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Emma Claudie

Easy Lazy Honey Garlic Chicken

A high-protein, low-effort dinner with tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce, using a cornstarch-coated sear for a perfect crust. Ideal for reheating and meal prep, with a keto-friendly adaptation included.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Asian-American Fusion
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (approx. 2.5 lbs total)
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons high-smoke-point vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken thighs into evenly sized strips or bite-sized pieces
  2. Season with salt and pepper
  3. Mix cornstarch, remaining ingredients except cornstarch, and sesame oil into a bowl to coat chicken
  4. Heat pan on high heat until shimmering
  5. Add oil and chicken in a single layer, cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden
  6. crack cornstarch/oil mixture into pan, stir to form crust
  7. Combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and vinegar in a bowl
  8. Cook mixture on medium heat until thickened, 3-4 minutes
  9. Toss glaze with chicken or spoon over for a sticky finish

Notes

Chicken thighs reheat well without drying out
Keto option: Replace honey with 1/3 cup monk fruit sweetener and cornstarch with 0.5 tsp xanthan gum
Use parchment paper to reduce cleanup
Double sauce for extra sticky flavor
Sesame oil and vegetable oil can be replaced with olive oil if preferred