Homemade Honey Glazed Chicken
A delicious and easy recipe for honey glazed chicken that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for weeknight meals or family gatherings.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken pieces Thighs, drumsticks, or breasts can be used.
- 1/3 cup Honey Pure honey for the glaze.
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce Low-sodium soy sauce recommended.
- 3-4 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated or minced.
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil For cooking the chicken.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Green onions Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
- Start by preparing your chicken. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until smooth.
- Add salt and pepper to the glaze mixture to taste.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Place chicken pieces in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and pour the honey glaze over it, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Check for doneness with a meat thermometer (165°F or 75°C) or by cutting into the chicken.
- Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Serve warm with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
For variations, consider adding red pepper flakes for spice or marinating the chicken in the glaze for deeper flavor.