Craving a delicious, quick, and flavorful dinner? This Honey Garlic Chicken is the perfect solution! Tender, juicy chicken cooked to golden perfection and coated in a rich honey garlic sauce with a hint of lemon. The sweet and savory combination, garnished with fresh parsley and a touch of red chili pepper flakes, makes this dish irresistible. Whether you’re looking for a simple weeknight meal or something special to serve, this recipe has you covered!

What You’ll Need

Ingredients

• 1lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp cornstarch, optional
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 tbsp low-sodium chicken stock
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp red chili pepper flakes, for garnish
• 1 tbsp parsley, for garnish

Equipment I Used

• Skillet
• Cutting Board
• Spatula
• Measuring Cups & Spoons
• Mixing Bowl

How to Make It

Prepare the chicken

Start by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Try to cut the pieces evenly to ensure consistent cooking.

In a large bowl, add the chicken breast cubes. Sprinkle the cornstarch (optional), salt, and freshly ground black pepper over the chicken. Toss the chicken until all the pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning and cornstarch. (The cornstarch will help create a crispy exterior when cooked.)

Cook the chicken

Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the 1 tbsp of butter, allowing it to melt completely and combine with the oil.

Add the seasoned chicken cubes to the skillet. Cook the chicken for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally to brown all sides evenly. The chicken should be golden brown on the outside and cooked through, with no pink remaining in the center.

Add the sauce ingredients

Once the chicken is fully cooked, reduce the heat slightly. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, pour in the honey, chicken stock, and lemon juice, stirring well to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.

Simmer the sauce

Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help the flavors meld and thicken the sauce so it sticks to the chicken. The sauce should reduce slightly and have a glossy appearance.

Garnish and serve

Once the sauce has thickened and the chicken is coated, remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish the honey garlic chicken with freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of red chili pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Serve the chicken over rice or your favorite side dish, and enjoy!