Honey Garlic Chicken (蜜蒜鸡)

蜜蒜鸡 (Honey Garlic Chicken) is a popular American Chinese dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the savory flavor of garlic, resulting in a delicious and flavorful chicken dish.

Honey Garlic Chicken (蜜蒜鸡)

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together honey, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat some oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until browned and cooked through.
  4. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the skillet to thicken the sauce.
  6. Serve the honey garlic chicken over rice and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large skillet Small bowl Whisk Cutting board Knife

Tools

Spatula Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed white rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes in the sauce.

Cost

$15