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15-minute Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

CCooking IslandYouTube15 minutesserves 2-3
Original video by Cooking Island on YouTube2:53

About this recipe

If you're looking for a quick and delicious dinner option, this 15-minute Honey Garlic Chicken recipe is a winner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up tender chicken bites coated in a sweet and savory sauce that’s sure to please.

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, it’s versatile enough to serve with rice or noodles, making it a great go-to meal.

Ingredient notes

  • 300g boneless chicken breast or chicken thighs cut into small cubes
  • 1 Tbsp cooking oil can be any neutral cooking oil you prefer
  • 1.5 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce helps keep the dish flavorful without too much salt
  • 1 tsp chili flakes are optional for those who like a little heat

Tips from Cooking Island's video

  • Marinating the chicken with salt, pepper, cooking oil, and cornstarch helps to tenderize the meat and create a nice texture when stir-frying.
  • Make sure to stir-fry the chicken until it's cooked through before adding the sauce ingredients to ensure even cooking.

No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Cooking Island: watch the original on YouTube.

The recipe

Serves 2-3Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the ingredients by cutting the chicken into small cubes.

  2. 2

    Marinate the chicken with salt, pepper, cooking oil, and cornstarch.

  3. 3

    Stir-fry the marinated chicken in a pan until cooked through.

  4. 4

    Add minced garlic, soy sauce, sugar, honey, and chili flakes to the pan and stir well to combine.

  5. 5

    Serve the honey garlic chicken garnished with parsley, scallion, and sesame seeds, alongside steamed rice or noodles.

Heads up — we had to guess a little:

  • The serving size is inferred based on typical portions for a chicken dish.

Credit where it's due: this recipe was transcribed from Cooking Island's original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it's their dish.

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