The Island Spirit Kitchen

The Island Spirit Kitchen

Honey Garlic Chicken

A quick and flavorful stir-fry with a tropical twist

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The Island Spirit Kitchen
May 13, 2025
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Looking for a way to level up a weeknight classic? This Honey Garlic Chicken gets a serious upgrade from a splash of Kōloa Gold Rum—adding warm vanilla, toasted sugar notes, and just a whisper of island sunshine. It’s not about making it boozy, it’s about enhancing flavor depth in the same way wine might in a pan sauce—but with a tropical soul.

Craving a sweet and savory twist on your weeknight dinner? This Honey Garlic Chicken is your new go-to: tender, golden chicken bites coated in a glossy, garlicky sauce with just the right balance of sweetness and heat. And here’s where it gets exciting—just a splash of Kōloa Gold Rum adds a warm tropical depth, infusing the sauce with subtle notes of vanilla and caramel.

Ready in just 20 minutes, this is the kind of dish that feels fancy but fits right into a busy night. Serve it over jasmine rice or rice noodles and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for a dinner that looks and tastes like takeout—only better.

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