Description
Sticky honey chicken delivers a mouthwatering combo of sweet and savory that’ll make your dinner table sing with flavor. Tender chicken pieces glazed in a golden honey sauce create a simple yet satisfying meal your family will devour.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
Sauces and Seasonings:
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
Thickeners and Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
Instructions
- Slice 1 pound chicken thighs into 1-inch bite-sized chunks using a sharp knife for uniform pieces.
- Combine ½ cup honey, ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a mixing bowl until thoroughly blended.
- Warm a large skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes, ensuring the surface is evenly heated.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet, spreading them in a single layer without overcrowding the pan.
- Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes, flipping each piece halfway through to achieve golden brown exterior and internal temperature of 165°F.
- Pour entire honey mixture over cooked chicken, coating each piece completely.
- Whisk 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water in a separate small bowl until smooth and lump-free.
- Pour cornstarch mixture into skillet and stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until sauce transforms into a glossy, thick consistency.
- Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle 1 tablespoon sesame seeds and chopped green onions across the chicken for fresh garnish.
- Transfer sticky chicken to serving plate, ensuring each piece is generously coated with sauce.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for extra tenderness and richer flavor.
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan before sprinkling to enhance their nutty taste.
- Marinate the chicken for 15-30 minutes before cooking to help the meat absorb more flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg