Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe

Introduction

This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a delicious and easy weeknight dinner. Tender chicken thighs are coated and cooked to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich honey garlic sauce. Served over boiled rice, it’s a comforting meal everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

• 8 chicken thighs (skinless and boneless)
• 2 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 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
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 tsp chilli flakes
• Boiled rice, to serve

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and add the cornflour, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken until fully coated with the cornflour mixture.
2. Step 2: Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over high heat.
3. Step 3: Add the chicken thighs and cook on one side until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Add the butter to the pan and let it melt, then stir in the minced garlic. Reduce the heat to medium to prevent the garlic from burning.
5. Step 5: In a small bowl, combine the honey, chicken stock, rice vinegar, and light soy sauce. Stir well to make the sauce.
6. Step 6: Pour the sauce into the pan with the chicken. Increase the heat to bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through with no pink inside.
7. Step 7: Sprinkle the dish with chopped parsley and chilli flakes. Serve the honey garlic chicken hot over boiled rice.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a bit of soy sauce and garlic before coating with cornflour.
• If you prefer a less sweet sauce, reduce the honey slightly or add a splash more rice vinegar for tanginess.
• Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli towards the end of cooking for a complete one-pan meal.

Storage

Store leftover honey garlic chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave until warmed through. The sauce may thicken when cold; add a splash of water or chicken stock when reheating to loosen it.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

Yes, chicken breasts can be used, but they may cook faster and can dry out more easily. Adjust cooking time accordingly and watch closely to avoid overcooking.

Is there a substitute for cornflour?

You can use all-purpose flour as a substitute, but the sauce might be slightly less silky. Cornflour works best for a smooth, glossy finish.

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe

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A delicious Honey Garlic Chicken recipe featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a flavorful honey garlic sauce. This quick stovetop dish combines sweet honey, savory soy, and a hint of chili for a perfect balance. Served over boiled rice, it makes an easy and satisfying weeknight meal.

• Author: Sana
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

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

Sauce and Cooking

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 110 g (1/3 cup) honey
• 80 ml (1/3 cup) chicken stock
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes

To Serve

• Boiled rice

Instructions

1. Coat the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and add the cornflour, salt, and pepper. Toss well until each piece is thoroughly coated with the cornflour mixture.
2. Heat the Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan or skillet over high heat to get it hot enough for searing the chicken.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the pan and cook on one side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes on the other side.
4. Add Butter and Garlic: Add the butter to the pan and let it melt. Add the minced garlic and stir together with the butter and chicken. Lower the heat to medium to prevent the garlic from burning.
5. Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix honey, chicken stock, rice vinegar, and light soy sauce until combined.
6. Simmer in Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the chicken and garlic. Increase heat to bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 4-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the chicken to cook thoroughly (no pink inside).
7. Finish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and chili flakes over the chicken. Serve hot over boiled rice for a complete meal.

Notes

• Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
• You can adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level.
• For a thicker sauce, simmer a bit longer until desired consistency is reached.
• Using boneless, skinless chicken thighs keeps the meat juicy and tender.
• Serve immediately as the sauce thickens further upon standing.

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