Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls feature tender chicken breast pieces coated in a flavorful honey garlic sauce, quickly cooked in a skillet for a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy stovetop recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner served over rice and garnished with green onions, Thai basil, or sesame seeds.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into ¾” pieces
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 medium cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup honey
- 3 tablespoons water
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
Optional Serving Options
- Cooked rice
- Green onion, sliced
- Thai basil leaves
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the cubed chicken breast into a large bowl. Sprinkle with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Then, sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the chicken and toss well to evenly coat each piece.
- Heat the olive oil: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook the chicken: Add the floured chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even browning, until the chicken is just cooked through. Then, add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Make the honey garlic sauce: While the chicken cooks, whisk together the honey, water, and soy sauce in a small bowl. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the skillet and stir well to coat all pieces thoroughly.
- Simmer the sauce: Bring the sauce to a gentle boil and let it cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and begins to thicken. If you prefer a thicker sauce, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water, then stir this into the simmering sauce. Continue to cook briefly until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
- Serve immediately: Remove the skillet from heat and serve the honey garlic chicken over cooked rice. Garnish with green onions, Thai basil, and sesame seeds as desired for added flavor and color.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour.
- The sauce can be adjusted for sweetness by adding more or less honey according to your preference.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- You can add vegetables such as bell peppers or broccoli to the skillet for a more balanced meal.
