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Plated dish of sticky honey chicken garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Irresistible Sticky Honey Chicken

A delightful dish featuring succulent chicken coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey sauce, perfect for a weeknight family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs or breasts Use either thighs or breasts based on your preference.
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Can substitute with tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Toasted garlic adds a depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger (optional) Adds additional flavor if desired.
Cooking Essentials
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch To thicken the sauce, if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil For cooking the chicken.
Garnish
  • 2 stalks Green onions For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger (if using).
  2. Season your chicken with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and cook the chicken until it turns golden brown.
  2. Pour the honey mixture over the chicken and let it simmer until the sauce thickens.
  3. If the sauce needs a little boost, mix some cornstarch with a little water to make a slurry and add it to the sauce for thickness.
Serving
  1. Serve over rice or with steamed vegetables, garnished with green onions.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days. It can also be frozen; thaw overnight before reheating. For added crunch, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds before serving. Consider adding bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.