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Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian, Chinese

Description

This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe features sticky, tender boneless chicken thighs glazed in a flavorful garlic, soy, and honey sauce. With minimal ingredients and simple preparation, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for a quick, satisfying weeknight dinner. Served over boiled rice and garnished with fresh parsley and chili flakes, it brings a delicious Asian-inspired flair to your table.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Sauce & Cooking

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 110 g (1/3 cup) honey
  • 80 ml (1/3 cup) chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce

To Serve

  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp chilli flakes
  • Boiled rice

Instructions

  1. Coat the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and add the cornflour, salt, and pepper. Toss thoroughly until each piece is fully coated with the cornflour mixture, which helps create a light crust when cooking.
  2. Heat the Pan: Warm 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large frying pan or skillet over high heat to get it sufficiently hot for searing the chicken.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add the coated chicken thighs to the pan. Cook on one side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the thighs begin cooking through.
  4. Add Butter and Garlic: Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to the pan and allow it to melt. Stir in the minced garlic and reduce heat to medium to prevent the garlic from burning. This process infuses the chicken with aromatic garlic flavor.
  5. Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the honey, chicken stock, rice vinegar, and light soy sauce until well combined.
  6. Add Sauce and Simmer: Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the chicken. Increase the heat to bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 4-5 minutes. This allows the sauce to reduce and thicken while the chicken cooks fully through, ensuring it is no longer pink inside.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle finely chopped fresh parsley and chili flakes over the cooked chicken for a fresh and mildly spicy finish. Serve immediately over a bed of boiled rice for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, ensure the chicken is dry before coating with cornflour.
  • Adjust chili flakes amount to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder dish.
  • This recipe works well with chicken breasts but thighs provide more moisture and flavor.
  • Use light soy sauce to avoid overpowering saltiness; adjust seasoning at the end if needed.
  • Boiled rice perfectly complements the sticky sauce and absorbs the flavorful juices.

Find it online: https://yumrecipesfood.com/honey-garlic-chicken-stir-fry-recipe/