Hot Honey & Garlic Chicken

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Abigail Zysk (@poultryraptor)

A delicious and spicy chicken dish featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and spicy honey garlic sauce, served with sautéed vegetables.

Hot Honey & Garlic Chicken recipe
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
30min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 cup)

Chicken & Veggies

  • boneless, skinless chicken thighs
    boneless, skinless chicken thighs
    1lb
  • almond flour
    almond flour
    3tbsp
  • garlic powder
    garlic powder
    1tsp
  • ginger powder
    ginger powder
    1/2tsp
  • sesame oil
    sesame oil
    1tsp
  • medium red bell pepper
    medium red bell pepper
    1
  • large carrot
    large carrot
    1
  • red pepper flakes
    red pepper flakes
    1/2tsp
  • sea salt
    sea salt
    1dash
  • black pepper
    black pepper
    1dash
  • garlic
    garlic
    2clove

Sauce

  • low sodium soy sauce
    low sodium soy sauce
    3tbsp
  • chicken bone broth
    chicken bone broth
    1/4cup
  • hot honey
    hot honey
    1 1/2tbsp
  • garlic powder
    garlic powder
    1/2tsp
  • sriracha
    sriracha
    1/2tsp
  • ground ginger
    ground ginger
    1/2tsp
  • apple cider vinegar
    apple cider vinegar
    1/2tsp

Slurry

  • cornstarch
    cornstarch
    1/2tbsp
  • cold water
    cold water
    1tbsp

How to make Hot Honey & Garlic Chicken

Prep Chicken

  1. Step 1

    Toss the chicken with almond flour, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

    Step 1.1: Toss the chicken with almond flour, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes

Cook Chicken

  1. Step 1

    Spray a pan with cooking oil and add sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes.

    Step 2.1: Sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes

Sauté Veggies

  1. Step 1

    In the same pan, add the bell pepper and carrot and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes.

    Step 3.1: In the same pan, add the bell pepper and carrot and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes
  2. Step 2

    Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant.

    Step 3.1: Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant

Mix Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Pour in the sauce and bring to a simmer.

    Step 4.1: Pour in the sauce and bring to a simmer

Thicken with Slurry

  1. Step 1

    Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer until the sauce thickens.

    Step 5.1: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer until the sauce thickens

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

284.5kcal (14.22%)

Protein

24.3g (48.5%)

Carbs

9.0g (3.27%)

Sugars

3.3g (6.5%)

Healthy Fat

12.8g

Unhealthy Fat

2.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

  2. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes and sriracha to control the spice level.

FAQS

  1. Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?

    Yes, you can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts, but they may require a shorter cooking time.

  2. What can I serve with this dish?

    This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.

  3. Can I make this dish gluten-free?

    Yes, use gluten-free soy sauce and ensure the cornstarch is also gluten-free.

  4. How can I store leftovers?

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  5. Can I add other vegetables?

    Absolutely! Feel free to add your favorite vegetables such as broccoli, snap peas, or zucchini.

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