30-Minute Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 bulb garlic (minced)
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup cornstarch (for coating)
• 2 tbsp neutral oil (for pan frying)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 3 tbsp honey
• chives (finely chopped for garnish)
• cooked white rice (for serving)

Steps

1. 1

   Mince one whole bulb of garlic.

2. 2

   In a bowl, marinate the chicken thighs with seasonings and massage the meat to ensure even coverage.

3. 3

   Coat both sides of each chicken thigh thoroughly with cornstarch.

4. 4

   Heat a pan over medium-high heat with oil. Pan fry the chicken for 4 minutes on each side until crispy and golden brown.

5. 5

   To prepare the sauce, add a little oil to a clean pan or the same pan (drained), then add the minced garlic, soy sauce, and honey.

6. 6

   Return the chicken to the pan and glaze thoroughly with the honey garlic sauce until well coated.

7. 7

   Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and serve over a bed of rice.

8. 8

   Garnish with finely chopped chives if desired.

Notes

The author suggests using a whole bulb of garlic for maximum flavor. For the best texture, ensure the pan is hot before adding the chicken to achieve a crispy exterior.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• chicken
• honey garlic
• quick meal
• dinner
• fried chicken
• 30-minute meal