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On a yellow backdrop, A plate of rice and honey soy chicken breast sliced up and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Honey Soy Chicken

Dee
Sticky, savoury, a little sweet - this honey soy chicken is an easy weeknight winner. Perfect with rice, veggies, or straight from the pan.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, lunch, Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine Asian, Chinese, Vietnamese
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on OR chicken breast (leaner option)
  • 1 tbsp of neutral oil, vegetable oil or sesame oil

Marinade:

  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 5 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp vinegar / rice wine
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • pinch chilli flakes (optional)
  • 1 tsp chicken powder

Instructions
 

  • Combine all marinade ingredients together, give it a taste, ensure there is a good balance of sweet, salty and tang (and spicy if you enjoy the heat!).
  • Pour over chicken and marinade overnight or for a minimum of 30 minutes in the fridge.
  • Pay fry on medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from pan and reduce leftover marinade on high heat to a thick sauce.
  • Serve with white rice or a side of crispy potatoes, and greens, drizzle sauce over.
Keyword 45 Minutes, Chicken, Chicken recipes, dinner ideas, Healthy recipes, High protein, Lunch Ideas, Vietnamese food