Description

Sweet, savory, and full of zing—this Honey Ginger Chicken brings bold flavor with minimal effort. Fresh ginger and garlic bring the heat, while honey and soy create a glossy, caramelized glaze. It’s aromatic, sticky, and just what your skillet was made for.

Flavor Profile: Sweet, savory, and aromatic with a fresh ginger kick.

Ingredients

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2 boneless chicken thighs

3 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp mirin

2 tbsp honey

½ tsp sesame oil

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

2 cloves garlic, minced

Salt & pepper, to taste

1 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

Season the chicken: Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper.

Make the sauce: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.

Sear the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken thighs for 4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.

Glaze it: Pour sauce into the pan. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened, spooning sauce over chicken to coat.

Serve hot: Great with rice, noodles, or steamed veggies.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 mins

Nutrition

Calories: 320/serving
Sugar: 18g/serving
Sodium: 900mg/serving
Fat: 14g/serving
Carbohydrates: 22g/serving
Protein: 25g /serving