Honey Glazed Chicken
Description
Honey Glazed Chicken is tender pan-seared chicken coated in a rich, sticky glaze made with honey, garlic, and soy sauce. It’s sweet, savory, slightly tangy, and ready in under 30 minutes — perfect with rice or vegetables.
Time Required
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: 25–30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken
4 boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika (optional)
2 tbsp oil
For Honey Glaze
⅓ cup honey
3 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice
¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)
1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thicker sauce)
Instructions
1. Season Chicken
Pat chicken dry.
Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Cook Chicken
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
Remove from pan and set aside.
3. Make Honey Glaze
In the same pan, add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and chili flakes.
Simmer 2–3 minutes.
(Optional: Add cornstarch mixture for a thicker glaze.)
4. Coat the Chicken
Return chicken to the pan.
Spoon glaze over chicken and simmer 2–3 minutes until sticky and glossy.
5. Serve
Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions.
Serve hot with rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Serving Ideas
Steamed rice or fried rice
Mashed potatoes
Roasted vegetables
Noodles or stir-fried veggies
Flatbread or wraps
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bake instead of pan-fry?
Yes. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes, then coat with glaze.
Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes — they’re juicier and very flavorful.
How do I make it spicy?
Add more chili flakes or a little hot sauce.
How to store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Approximate Nutrition (per serving)
Calories: ~320 kcal
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fat: 12g
Sugar: 17g