Steps
- Preheat your oven to 450°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light layer of oil. Mix cubed chicken, garlic powder, black pepper, and chile flakes on the sheet pan. Coat the chicken with flour, then drizzle with olive oil and toss to ensure even coating.
- Arrange the chicken on one side of the baking sheet and place your choice of broccoli or asparagus on the other side. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake both for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- While the chicken and vegetables bake, prepare the honey garlic sauce by combining tamari (or soy sauce), lemon juice, honey, garlic, chili paste, green onions, and a touch of toasted sesame oil in a bowl or jar.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove the vegetables from the sheet pan. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and mix well to coat evenly. Return the chicken to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to allow the sauce to adhere.
- Serve the glazed chicken and vegetables with a garnish of green onions and toasted sesame seeds. This dish pairs wonderfully over rice or can be enjoyed as a standalone appetizer.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
- Garlic powder
- Black pepper
- Chile flakes (such as Korean chile flakes)
- Flour or gluten-free flour
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Broccoli florets or chopped asparagus
- Sesame seeds
- Tamari or soy sauce
- Lemon juice
- Honey
- Garlic
- Chili paste (such as gochujang)
- Chopped green onion
- Toasted sesame oil
FAQ
- Can I use any type of chicken for this recipe?
- Yes, you can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, or even a combination of both. Just ensure they are cut into cubes for even cooking.
- Is there a substitute for tamari in the sauce?
- If you don’t have tamari, you can use soy sauce as an alternative. Both will add a salty, umami flavor to the honey garlic sauce.
- What if I don’t have toasted sesame oil for the sauce?
- Toasted sesame oil adds a unique flavor, but if you don’t have it on hand, you can simply omit it from the recipe. The dish will still be delicious.
- Can I make this dish gluten-free?
- Absolutely! You can use gluten-free flour in place of regular flour to make this recipe suitable for gluten-free diets.
- What vegetables pair well with this chicken dish?
- This recipe works well with either asparagus or broccoli, which can be cooked alongside the chicken. Both vegetables complement the flavors of the honey garlic sauce beautifully.
Tips
- For a crispier texture, ensure the chicken is lightly coated with flour before baking. This helps the sauce adhere better and enhances the overall flavor.
- If you enjoy a bit more heat, consider using Korean chile flakes or gochujang chili paste in the sauce for an extra kick.
- Toasted sesame oil adds a lovely nutty flavor to the dish, but if it’s unavailable, the recipe still works well without it.
- Serve the chicken over rice and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green onions for an added touch of freshness and crunch.
Equipment
- Sheet Pan – Essential for baking the chicken and vegetables.
- Parchment Paper – Useful for lining the sheet pan to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Glass Jar or Mixing Bowl – For mixing the honey garlic sauce.
- Wooden Spoon – For stirring the chicken and sauce.
- Measuring Spoons and Cups – For accurately measuring ingredients such as honey, tamari, and chili paste.
