Sticky Honey Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
347 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Sticky Honey Chicken
Description
This recipe starts by seasoning cubed chicken breast with salt and pepper and tossing it in cornstarch to create a light coating that crisps when cooked. The chicken pieces are pan-fried in batches until no pink remains, ensuring even cooking and a lightly crisp surface.
The sauce combines honey, chicken broth or water, soy sauce, fresh grated ginger, sriracha, minced garlic, and additional cornstarch to thicken. After cooking the chicken, the sauce is whisked and simmered for about a minute to develop a thick, glossy glaze. Returning the chicken to the skillet allows the sauce to evenly coat each piece, producing a sticky texture and harmonious flavor balance that is sweet with a subtle heat and aromatic ginger and garlic notes.
Served garnished with thinly sliced green onions, this chicken dish pairs well with steamed rice or vegetables, rounding out a flavorful and textured meal.
Leftovers keep well when refrigerated and reheat easily in a microwave until fully warmed.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast boneless, skinless
- ½ teaspoon salt each
- ½ teaspoon black pepper each
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or as needed
- green onions thinly sliced for garnish
Sauce
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons chicken broth or water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons ginger grated fresh
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or to taste
- 3 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Dab the chicken dry with a paper towel and cut into bite-size pieces. Place them in a medium bowl and season with salt & pepper. Add the cornstarch and toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk the honey, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, cornstarch, sriracha, and garlic until combined.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken in small batches and cook until no pink remains, about 5-6 minutes. Transfer to a dish to keep warm.
- Whisk the sauce ingredients (as the cornstarch may have settled to the bottom) and add to the same skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat while whisking and let simmer for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken to the sauce and stir to coat. Garnish with green onions.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave until heated through to maintain moisture and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 347 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 347 | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 1047mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 672mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 51IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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