Honey Chicken with Spring Onions

Dive into the irresistible flavors of Honey Chicken with Spring Onions—a quick and easy stir-fry that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and aromatic notes. This recipe features tender, golden-brown chicken thighs coated in a luscious honey-soy sauce infused with garlic and ginger for a bold, mouthwatering taste. A dash of cornstarch thickens the glaze to perfection, while the addition of freshly sliced spring onions adds a pop of color and a subtle freshness. Garnished with sesame seeds for a touch of nuttiness, this dish comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside your favorite stir-fried vegetables for a complete, restaurant-quality meal at home. Keywords: honey chicken, spring onions, stir-fry recipe, quick dinner, Asian-inspired chicken, easy weeknight meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 units garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 stalks spring onions (thinly sliced)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.

Step 3

In another small bowl, combine the cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and stir-fry for 6–8 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and pour the honey-soy mixture over the chicken. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.

Step 7

Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1–2 minutes.

Step 8

Add the sliced spring onions to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for an additional 1 minute to slightly wilt the onions.

Step 9

Remove from heat and transfer the honey chicken to a serving dish.

Step 10

Garnish with sesame seeds if desired and serve immediately. This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	718 grams (718.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1543

Total Fat 82.90g	106%
Saturated Fat 19.00g	95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 545mg	182%
Sodium 2757mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 65.40g	24%
Dietary Fiber 2.20g	8%
Total Sugars 52.90g
Protein 135.10g	270%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144mg	11%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1521mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 34.9%

Carbs: 16.9%