Description
Sticky Honey Chicken is a deliciously crispy and juicy dish coated in a sweet and savory honey glaze. It’s quick to make and perfect for a homemade takeout-style meal. The caramelized sauce clings beautifully to each bite, making it an irresistible favorite. Serve it with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Sticky Honey Sauce:
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (to thicken)
For Garnish (Optional):
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch until fully coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for about 5-6 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry and pour it into the sauce. Stir continuously and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Coat the Chicken: Return the crispy chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top. Serve hot over rice or noodles. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes