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Sticky Honey Chicken: 5 Simple Steps to Sweet Perfection

Sticky Honey Chicken
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Enjoy a delightful Sticky Honey Chicken that comes together in just 30 minutes, featuring a sweet and umami-rich glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 500 g Chicken Thighs or Breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1/3 cup Honey
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 0.5 tsp Fresh Ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch mixed with water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs or breasts, then cut them into bite-sized pieces. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. Make the Sauce: Lower the heat and add honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to the skillet. Stir in garlic and ginger, allow to simmer while stirring for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Thicken the Sauce: Add the cornstarch mixed with water to the sauce, stirring continuously until it thickens (1-2 minutes).
  5. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until well coated and heated through.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Transfer the dish to a serving plate, drizzle excess sauce over it, and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

  • Can substitute chicken with tofu or cauliflower for a vegetarian option.
  • Use flour instead of cornstarch if needed.
  • Can replace vegetable oil with canola or olive oil.
  • Maple syrup or agave can replace honey for a vegan option.
  • Tamari is a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce.
  • White vinegar can be used instead of rice vinegar.
  • Sesame oil is optional.
  • Omit ginger if unavailable.

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