Honey Garlic Chicken

Sweet, savory chicken coated in a glossy honey-garlic sauce. This approachable version keeps the method straightforward, with familiar ingredients and a few small details that make dinner easier.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Familiar ingredients with plenty of flavor.
• About 25 minutes from prep to table.
• Easy to round out with steamed rice and broccoli.

What you’ll need

Keep everything measured and close by before you start. You’ll find the full quantities in the printable recipe card below.

• 1½ lb boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• ⅓ cup honey
• ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 scallions, sliced (optional)

Let’s make it

1. 01

   Get ready

   Whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, and rice vinegar together. In a separate small cup, mix water and cornstarch.

2. 02

   Build the flavor

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with pepper and cook for 7–9 minutes, turning, until it reaches 165°F.

3. 03

   Bring it together

   Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in the honey mixture. Simmer for 2 minutes.

4. 04

   Finish cooking

   Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes, until glossy and thick enough to coat the chicken.

5. 05

   Serve and enjoy

   Finish with sliced scallions (if using) and serve hot.

Make It Even Better

Lower the heat before adding honey to keep the sauce from scorching.

Read through the recipe and measure the ingredients before starting.

Make it your own

Use maple syrup in place of honey for a different sweetness.

What to serve with it

Steamed rice and broccoli

Storage & reheating

Refrigerate leftovers in a shallow, covered container within 2 hours. Use within 3 days. Reheat gently until the center reaches 165°F, adding a splash of water or broth if needed.