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honey garlic chicken recipe

Sweet and Savory Honey Garlic Chicken

This irresistible Honey Garlic Chicken features tender chicken pieces coated in a glossy, caramelized sauce that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. The sticky glaze combines honey, brown sugar, and garlic with soy sauce and mustard for a mouthwatering dish that's simple to prepare yet tastes like restaurant-quality cuisine.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup vinegar white vinegar recommended
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 4 chicken leg-thigh quarters cut into 8 separate pieces (legs and thighs)

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic salt, salt, and dry mustard. Stir thoroughly until well incorporated and glossy.
  3. Place the chicken pieces (separated legs and thighs) in a baking dish, arranging them in a single layer.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
  5. Cover the baking dish with a lid or aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  6. Remove the cover and continue baking for another 45 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce and caramelize into a sticky glaze.
  7. Serve hot over cooked rice, spooning extra sauce from the pan over the chicken and rice.

Notes

For best results, use fresh, meaty chicken pieces that will remain juicy during the long baking time. The sauce can be adjusted to your preference - reduce the brown sugar slightly for a less sweet version, or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat. This dish can be prepped ahead of time and refrigerated before baking, which allows the chicken to marinate in the sauce for even more flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain the chicken's tenderness.