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Honey Chicken

Honey Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Honey Chicken combines sweet and savory flavors for a satisfying meal. Tender pieces of chicken are coated in a rich honey-soy sauce, making it the perfect easy weeknight dinner. You won’t be able to resist making it tonight!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 370
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt (with parsley flakes)
  • 1½ tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup broccoli, chopped
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces and season with some garlic salt & paprika.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together your honey, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, brown sugar, paprika, and garlic salt.
  3. Cook chicken in hot olive oil and stir until lightly brown, about 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in honey mixture and chopped broccoli and continue to cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink and sauce has thickened.
  5. Serve over white or brown rice and ENJOY!

Notes

  • Making ahead of time: Prepare the ingredients for this honey garlic chicken recipe ahead of time, but save the cooking until you’re ready to serve. Cut the chicken breasts and mix up the sauce then place them in separate airtight containers.
  • Storage: Store leftover honey chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the dish for 2 to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before cooking.
  • Reheating: To reheat leftovers, use a large skillet and stir until hot. You can also use the oven or slow cooker to reheat.