In the busy whirlwind of modern life, it can be a challenge to get a wholesome, home-cooked meal on the table during the week. But with the right recipe, you can elevate a simple weeknight dinner to restaurant-worthy status with minimal effort. Enter: Honey Garlic Chicken with Snow Peas.
This delectable one-pan dish is loaded with sweet, savory, and subtly spicy flavors that will have your family asking for seconds. The best part? It all comes together in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
1. Honey Garlic Chicken with Snow Peas
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 cup snow peas, trimmed and halved diagonally
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Next, add the chicken pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on the outside but not fully cooked through.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Pour the honey-garlic sauce into the skillet with the chicken. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the snow peas to the skillet and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the snow peas are crisp-tender.
Remove from heat and stir in the sliced green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve this Honey Garlic Chicken and Snow Peas over a bed of steamed rice for a complete, nutrition-packed meal. The honey-glazed chicken is the perfect balance of savory and sweet, while the crisp snow peas provide a lovely contrast in both texture and flavor.
With minimal prep and hands-off cooking, this easy skillet dinner is sure to become a new weeknight favorite. The whole family will love the bold, mouthwatering flavors. Give it a try tonight for a quick, crowd-pleasing meal!
