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Honey Garlic Chicken over Rice

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Honey Garlic Chicken over Rice is a sweet and savory dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice for a simple and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl to make a slurry. Add to the sauce and stir until thickened, about 1–2 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Simmer for another 1–2 minutes.
  7. Serve hot over cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Notes

  • You can add steamed broccoli or stir-fried vegetables to make it a complete meal.
  • Swap soy sauce for coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
  • This dish stores well and makes great leftovers for lunch.

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Keywords: honey garlic chicken, chicken over rice, easy chicken dinner, sticky sauce, Asian-inspired

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