Honey Garlic Crispy Chicken – Easy 30 Minute Dinner Recipe
Easy Lazy Honey Garlic Crispy Chicken features golden pan-fried chicken pieces coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze that balances sweet and savory flavors in 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic minced
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons ketchup
Sliced green onions optional
Sesame seeds optional
Instructions
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Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Toss chicken in cornstarch and shake off excess.
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté garlic for 30 seconds over medium heat.
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Whisk honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and ketchup.
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Pour sauce into skillet and simmer 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Return chicken to skillet and toss to coat.
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Cook 2 to 3 more minutes until glossy and serve immediately.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain crisp texture.
Sauce thickens further as it cools.
Chicken breast may be substituted but cook carefully to avoid dryness.