Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

1. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2. If using chicken breasts, slice them into smaller fillets for even cooking.

Step 2: Cook the Chicken

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add butter or oil.
2. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 3: Make the Honey Garlic Sauce

1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Pour in soy sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar, stirring to combine.
3. If a thicker sauce is desired, mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with water and stir it into the sauce.
4. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Step 4: Combine and Serve

1. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and coat it evenly with the sauce.
2. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for another 2 minutes, ensuring it absorbs the flavors.
3. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
4. Serve hot with rice or vegetables.