This Sweet Heat Honey Pepper Chicken Skillet is packed with flavor—tender chicken simmered in a sweet and spicy glaze made with honey, cracked pepper, and garlic. Quick to make and all in one pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup honey
2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Optional: 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp water for thickening
Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onion
Instructions
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Cut chicken into chunks, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil in skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side. Remove from pan.
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Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic; cook 30 seconds.
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Stir in honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Return chicken to skillet. Simmer 4–5 minutes until cooked through.
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(Optional) Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1 more minute.
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Sprinkle more pepper and serve hot.