Description
Sticky Honey Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken coated in a rich honey glaze with savory and tangy notes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special meals, it pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
500 g (1 lb) chicken thighs or breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
1/3 cup honey
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
For Garnish:
Toasted sesame seeds
Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a bowl until evenly coated. - Cook the Chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken pieces in a single layer for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- Reduce heat to medium.
- In the same skillet, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil (if using), garlic, and ginger.
- Bring to a simmer and add the cornstarch slurry. Stir until the sauce thickens (about 1-2 minutes).
- Combine Chicken and Sauce:
Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Let it heat through for 2-3 minutes. - Serve and Garnish:
Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Notes
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey to taste.
For a crispy texture, fry chicken pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
