20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken

why make this recipe

This meal cooks fast and tastes sweet and savory. You can make it on busy days. It uses few ingredients and little work. It is a good choice for a quick family dinner.

introduction

This recipe shows how to cook 20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken in a simple way. It uses chicken pieces, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. The sauce is sticky and rich. You can find a similar quick guide here: 20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken recipe. The dish goes well with plain boiled rice.

how to make 20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken

Heat a pan and make the sauce first. Add the chicken and cook until it is golden and cooked through. Stir the sauce so it coats the chicken well. Serve the chicken over plain boiled rice.

Ingredients :

• chicken pieces, honey, soy sauce, garlic, boiled rice

Directions :

1. In a pan, combine honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
2. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden and tender.
3. Serve over boiled rice.

how to serve 20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken

Place boiled rice on a plate. Put the chicken and sauce on top of the rice. Add a few chopped green onions or sesame seeds if you like. Serve hot.

how to store 20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken

Cool the chicken to room temperature. Put it in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan over low heat until warm. Do not leave cooked chicken out for more than 2 hours.

tips to make 20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken

• Use bite-size chicken so it cooks fast.
• Mince the garlic small to spread the flavor.
• Watch the heat so the honey does not burn. Lower the heat if sauce gets too thick.
• Stir often so the chicken cooks evenly.

variation (if any)

• Add a little ginger for more flavor.
• Add vegetables like broccoli or bell pepper for a one-pan meal.
• Use chicken thighs for juicier meat or chicken breast for leaner meat.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: Thaw the chicken first. Cook thawed chicken until there is no pink inside.

Q: Can I make the sauce less sweet?
A: Yes. Use less honey or add a little water to balance sweetness.

Q: Can I use rice other than boiled rice?
A: Yes. You can serve with steamed rice, fried rice, or noodles.

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