Honey Soy Chicken (2-Ingredient Marinade)
This quick and flavorful honey soy chicken is perfect for a high-protein weeknight dinner. It uses just two core ingredients for the marinade and comes together fast. Serve it over rice or enjoy it on its own.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil for frying
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs , cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
Optional Garnish
- 1 teaspoon furikake seasoning optional
- 1 teaspoon chopped chives or green parts of spring onion optional
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces, soy sauce, and honey. Mix well to coat. Let marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet or sauté pan over medium-low heat. Once hot, add the chicken and spread it out evenly in the pan.
- Let the chicken cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes to develop some browning on one side. Stir, then cover with a lid and cook for another 2–3 minutes, or until mostly cooked through.
- Remove the lid and raise the heat to medium. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the sauce reduces to a sticky glaze that coats the chicken, about 2–3 minutes more.
- Turn off the heat. Sprinkle with furikake seasoning (if using) and garnish with chopped chives or spring onion greens.
Notes
Chicken substitutions: Boneless skinless chicken breast works, though the result will be leaner and less juicy.
Serving ideas: Pair with steamed rice, vegetables, or serve in lettuce wraps.
Storage: Keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 144mgSodium: 470mgPotassium: 387mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 36IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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