Sweet Honey Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (Cut into cubes; estimated from the transcript.)
• 0.25 cup honey (Estimated amount; use enough to create a sweet marinade.)
• 0.25 cup soy sauce (Estimated amount.)
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar (Estimated amount.)
• 2 tbsp ketchup (Estimated amount.)
• 2 cloves garlic (Minced; estimated amount.)
• 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil (For coating the pan; the transcript says to lubricate the pan.)
• 2 cups cooked white rice (For serving; prepare fresh. Amount estimated as one bowl per serving.)
• 1 tsp sesame seeds (Optional garnish; estimated amount.)
• 2 scallions (Optional garnish, sliced; estimated amount.)

Steps

1. 1

   Cut the chicken thighs into evenly sized cubes so they cook at the same rate. Mince the garlic.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the cubed chicken with the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, and minced garlic. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.

3. 3

   Cover the bowl and marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes. Keep it refrigerated if marinating longer.

4. 4

   Heat a lightly oiled skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer, taking care not to overcrowd the pan.

5. 5

   Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes on the first side, or until browned and the sauce has begun to thicken and darken.

6. 6

   Turn the chicken pieces and cook for about 5 minutes on the second side, continuing until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thick, glossy, and darker in color. The chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) internally.

7. 7

   Remove the pan from the heat once the sauce has thickened and darkened. Let the chicken rest briefly while you prepare the bowls.

8. 8

   Spoon the hot chicken and sauce over fresh cooked rice.

9. 9

   Optionally garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions, then serve immediately.

Notes

The transcript does not provide exact ingredient quantities, so the listed amounts are practical estimates. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Refrigerate leftovers promptly and reheat until hot.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• chicken
• Asian-inspired
• pan-fried
• meal-prep
• high-protein
• rice bowl
• quick