15 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken
15 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken is a quick skillet dinner featuring juicy chicken in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce.Ready in only 15 minutes using simple pantry ingredients.Perfect for busy weeknight meals served with rice or vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch cubes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Optional for Serving
- Steamed white rice
- Brown rice
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped peanuts
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Lightly season the chicken cubes with salt and black pepper.
- Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes until browned on one side.
- While the chicken cooks, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
- Flip the chicken pieces and pour the sauce into the skillet.
- Toss everything together until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Continue cooking for another 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the 15 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze.
- Serve immediately over steamed rice and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, and a squeeze of fresh lime if desired.
Notes
- Low-sodium soy sauce keeps the dish well-balanced.
- Add a teaspoon of fresh grated ginger for extra flavor.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds for added texture.
- Serve over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice for a lighter meal.