Honey Walnut Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors with this delicious Honey Walnut Chicken recipe. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a sticky honey glaze and topped with crunchy walnuts for a delightful dish that will impress your taste buds.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutesIngredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions: How to Cook Honey Walnut Chicken
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped walnuts and garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and pour the honey mixture over the chicken. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve the Honey Walnut Chicken hot over steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy!