Yesss—sweet, savory, and super cozy. Here’s a Honey Garlic Chicken with Mushrooms that’s easy enough for a weeknight but tastes like you tried way harder than you did 😄
Honey Garlic Chicken with Mushrooms
Ingredients
- 1½ lb chicken thighs or breasts (boneless, skinless)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
Honey Garlic Sauce
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thicker sauce)
Instructions
- Season & Sear Chicken
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside. - Cook Mushrooms
In the same skillet, add mushrooms.
Cook 4–5 minutes until browned and slightly caramelized. - Make the Sauce
Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Stir well. - Simmer
Return chicken to the skillet.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 10–12 minutes until chicken is cooked through. - Thicken (Optional)
Stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
Serving Ideas
- Steamed rice or jasmine rice 🍚
- Mashed potatoes
- Roasted broccoli or green beans
- Over noodles for a takeout-style vibe
Tips & Variations
- Add chili flakes or sriracha for heat 🌶️
- Swap soy sauce for coconut aminos if needed
- Want it extra glossy? Finish with a small knob of butter
If you want this baked, slow-cooker, or sheet-pan style, I’ve got you—just tell me.
