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Best Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe for Dinner

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This sticky honey chicken is the best garlic honey chicken recipe for dinner. Learn how to get honey chicken glaze sticky not watery!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian Inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp cold water for cornstarch slurry
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds toasted
  • 2 tbsp green onions sliced

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken and Marinade
  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
  2. Whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, ginger, and sesame oil in a large bowl until well combined.
  3. Toss chicken in the marinade to coat, then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease or line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange chicken in a single layer in the baking dish, allowing excess marinade to drip off; reserve the remaining marinade.
  3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is browned.
Make the Glaze
  1. Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat while the chicken bakes.
  2. Whisk cornstarch and cold water in a small cup until a smooth slurry forms.
  3. Whisk the slurry into the simmering marinade and cook for 1-2 minutes until the glaze is thick and glossy.
Finish and Serve
  1. Remove chicken from the oven and brush generously with the thickened honey garlic glaze.
  2. Bake for 5 additional minutes until the glaze is caramelized, or toss the chicken directly in the glaze.
  3. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, then serve immediately with rice and steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25g

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can finish the chicken under the broiler for 1-2 minutes after glazing, watching carefully to prevent burning. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheated gently.