Description
A delightful blend of sweet honey and savory garlic, this recipe for honey garlic chicken thighs creates mouthwatering, tender chicken perfect for any dinner table.
Ingredients
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 0.33 cup honey
- 0.33 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- Cooked rice for serving
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in a bowl. Add the cornflour, salt, and black pepper. Toss well until the chicken is evenly coated.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken thighs for about 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown on one side. Flip and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter along with the minced garlic. Stir the mixture until fragrant, which should take about 1 minute.
- In a separate bowl, combine the honey, chicken stock, rice vinegar, and soy sauce. Mix well and then pour this sauce over the chicken in the skillet.
- Bring the sauce to a boil and let it simmer for about 5 to 6 minutes, thickening to create a sticky glaze that coats the chicken.
- Serve hot over a fluffy bed of rice, garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of chili flakes if desired.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the skillet when searing the chicken for an even golden-brown color. Adjust the sauce’s sweetness or saltiness to your preference.
