Juicy chicken bites pan-seared and glazed in a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce. A 20-minute family-friendly dish.
Yield: 2 servings
Time: 20 minutes
Gear: Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water
- Sesame seeds & green onion
Steps
- Season chicken lightly with salt & pepper.
- Heat oil, sear chicken until golden.
- Mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, and cornstarch slurry.
- Pour over chicken, simmer until thickened.
- Garnish with sesame seeds & green onion.
Cook Tips
- Keep heat medium-high for best sear.
- Serve with rice or noodles.
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