Honey Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) chicken thighs or breast, cut into strips

• Salt and pepper

• 1 tbsp oil (vegetable or olive oil)

For the Glaze:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce

• 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar

• 2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp ginger, grated

• 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for thickening)

Steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

Season the chicken strips with salt and pepper.

2. Sear the Chicken:

Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until browned on both sides and nearly cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

3. Make the Glaze:

In the same pan, add soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until it starts to thicken slightly.

4. Thicken the Sauce:

Add the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) to the sauce, stirring continuously until it thickens to a glaze-like consistency.

5. Combine and Caramelize:

Return the chicken to the pan and toss in the glaze. Continue cooking for a few minutes, coating the chicken until it’s glossy and caramelized.

6. Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy it hot!