Need a quick dinner that’s packed with bold flavor? This 30 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken is the perfect solution. Tender baked chicken is coated in a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy honey garlic sauce, then served alongside roasted broccoli or asparagus for a complete meal that’s ready in just half an hour. It’s a family-friendly recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in just 30 minutes.
- Sweet, savory, and mildly spicy flavors.
- One-pan meal with easy cleanup.
- Perfect for meal prep.
- High in protein and loaded with vegetables.
- Better than takeout.
- Delicious served over rice, noodles, or quinoa.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Black pepper, to taste
- Chili flakes, to taste
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cups broccoli florets or chopped asparagus
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Honey Garlic Sauce
- ⅓ cup tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 6 garlic cloves, grated
- 3–4 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
- Add the cubed chicken to the baking sheet. Season with garlic powder, black pepper, and chili flakes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and toss until evenly coated.
- Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and spread the chicken over one side of the baking sheet.
- Place the broccoli or asparagus on the other side. Toss with the remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken is nearly cooked through.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, grated garlic, gochujang, green onions, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Remove the vegetables from the baking sheet and set them aside.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and caramelize.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and additional green onions.
- Serve this 30 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken over steamed rice, noodles, or quinoa.
Tips & Tricks
- Chicken thighs stay extra juicy, while chicken breasts are leaner.
- Cut the chicken into even-sized cubes for consistent cooking.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang to control the spice level.
- Add bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots for extra vegetables.
- Broil for the final 2 minutes for extra caramelization.
- Double the sauce if serving over rice.
Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Notes: Dairy-Free, High-Protein (Gluten-Free if using gluten-free flour and tamari)
Notes
- Tamari is an excellent gluten-free substitute for soy sauce.
- Honey balances the heat from the gochujang.
- Leftovers make excellent rice bowls and wraps.
- Sprinkle with extra sesame seeds for added texture.
Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 410
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
FAQ
Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?
Yes. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful and work perfectly in this recipe.
Is gochujang very spicy?
It has a moderate heat level with a touch of sweetness. Adjust the amount to suit your preference.
Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes. Use gluten-free flour and tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
What vegetables can I substitute?
Broccoli, asparagus, green beans, snap peas, carrots, Brussels sprouts, or bell peppers all work well.
Can I prepare it ahead?
Yes. Prepare the sauce and chop the chicken and vegetables up to one day in advance.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Refrigerator: Up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until heated through.
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30 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken
30 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken is a quick sheet pan dinner featuring juicy baked chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce with roasted broccoli. Ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Black pepper to taste
- Chili flakes to taste
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cups broccoli florets or chopped asparagus
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Honey Garlic Sauce
- ⅓ cup tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 6 garlic cloves grated
- 3 –4 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- lightly grease it with oil.
- Add the cubed chicken to the baking sheet. Season with garlic powder, black pepper, and chili flakes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and toss until evenly coated.
- Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and spread the chicken over one side of the baking sheet.
- Place the broccoli or asparagus on the other side. Toss with the remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken is nearly cooked through.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, grated garlic, gochujang, green onions, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Remove the vegetables from the baking sheet and set them aside.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and caramelize.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and additional green onions.
- Serve this 30 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken over steamed rice, noodles, or quinoa
Notes
- Tamari is an excellent gluten-free substitute for soy sauce.
- Honey balances the heat from the gochujang.
- Leftovers make excellent rice bowls and wraps.
- Sprinkle with extra sesame seeds for added texture
Conclusion
This 30 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken is the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in one easy sheet pan meal. With juicy chicken, tender vegetables, and a rich honey garlic glaze, it’s a quick dinner that’s guaranteed to become a regular part of your weekly menu.