Making Honey Garlic Chicken is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar.
3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken pieces.
4. Sear the Chicken: Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on one side without moving it. This helps to develop a nice golden-brown crust.
5. Flip and Sauce: Flip the chicken over and pour the honey garlic sauce over it. Reduce the heat to medium-low.
6. Simmer: Cover the skillet and let the chicken simmer for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
7. Thicken the Sauce: If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the chicken once cooked and increase the heat to medium-high for a couple of minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens.
8. Return Chicken: Add the chicken back into the skillet and coat it well with the sauce.
9. Garnish: If using, sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top for added flavor and presentation.
10. Serve: Transfer the honey garlic chicken to a serving platter, drizzling remaining sauce on top.

These steps will guide you through creating a mouthwatering Honey Garlic Chicken dish that is sure to impress anyone who tries it!