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Sticky Honey Chicken

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Sticky Honey Chicken is a sweet, savory, and tangy dish featuring crispy golden-brown chicken coated in a luscious honey glaze. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish pairs perfectly with rice, vegetables, or noodles, making it an ideal meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken (breasts or thighs), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 egg, whisked
  • Oil (for frying)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken pieces with a paper towel and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken piece into the whisked egg, then dredge in cornstarch, ensuring an even coating.
  3. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel.
  4. Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Coat the Chicken: Heat the prepared sauce in a large skillet. Add fried chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.

Notes

  • Spicy Variation: Add Sriracha or chili paste to the sauce for extra heat.
  • Baked Alternative: Bake chicken at 400°F for 20-25 minutes instead of frying.
  • Vegetarian Option: Use tofu or cauliflower instead of chicken.
  • Gluten-Free: Substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
  • Crunchy Addition: Top with crushed peanuts or cashews.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: frying
  • Cuisine: asian

Keywords: Sticky Honey Chicken, honey soy chicken, crispy chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, Asian chicken recipe.

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