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Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken: A Deliciously Easy Recipe to Try Tonight

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Enjoy a flavorful experience with this Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken, featuring marinated chicken thighs cooked to perfection in a sweet and spicy sauce. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is a delicious blend of tastes that will satisfy your cravings!

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds of chicken thighs (boneless and skinless)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Taste the marinade and adjust the spice level if necessary.
  3. Place chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 to 4 hours.
  5. Remove chicken from the refrigerator and take it out of the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Reserve the marinade.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, cooking in batches if necessary.
  7. Cook for 5-7 minutes on one side until golden brown.
  8. Flip the chicken, reduce heat to medium, and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  9. Remove chicken from skillet and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
  10. In the same skillet, pour in the reserved marinade and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  11. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  12. For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add to the sauce while stirring continuously.
  13. Return cooked chicken thighs to the skillet and toss in the sauce, simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  14. Prepare serving plates, serving chicken over steamed rice, quinoa, or alongside roasted vegetables.
  15. Drizzle remaining sauce over the chicken and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Serve hot with sides like steamed broccoli or a fresh cucumber salad.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water to keep moist.
  • For a fun twist, shred the leftover chicken for use in salads or wraps.

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