Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken – Sweet, Sticky & Irresistible!
The perfect balance of crispy and saucy! This Honey Garlic Chicken features golden, tender chicken breasts coated in a sweet, garlicky glaze with just a hint of spice. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a weeknight winner!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Crispy on the outside, juicy inside – Perfectly pan-seared chicken
✔ Sweet & savory sauce – Sticky honey garlic goodness
✔ Quick & easy – Faster than takeout!
✔ Versatile – Serve with rice, noodles, or veggies
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep & Sear the Chicken
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken 5-7 mins per side until golden and crispy. Transfer to a plate.
2. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 2-3 mins until thickened.
3. Coat & Serve
- Return chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions (optional).
Serving Suggestions
🍚 Over steamed rice or noodles
🥦 With stir-fried veggies (broccoli, bell peppers)
🥗 On a salad for a crunchy protein boost
Pro Tips for Success
- Pound chicken to even thickness for even cooking.
- Double the sauce if you love extra glaze!
- Use thighs for extra juiciness.
- Crispier crust? Add 1 tbsp cornstarch to the flour.
Storage & Reheating
❄️ Fridge: Up to 3 days (sauce may thicken—reheat with a splash of water).
❄️ Freezer: Cooked chicken freezes well for 1 month.
