Candied Chicken
Indulge in the savory-sweet perfection of Candied Chicken, a quick and easy recipe that brings bold flavors to your dinner table in just 40 minutes. This dish features tender, golden-seared boneless chicken thighs bathed in a luscious glaze of honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, creating an irresistible balance of sweetness and umami. Hints of red pepper flakes add an optional spicy kick to elevate the flavor profile even further. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this sticky, caramelized delight is perfect for pairing with steamed rice or roasted vegetables. Whether you're serving it for family dinner or entertaining guests, Candied Chicken is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that’s bursting with flavor and easy to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 stalks Green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the honey, brown sugar, and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir the ingredients together until fully combined and the sugar has dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
Sprinkle in red pepper flakes (if using) to add a subtle spicy kick to the glaze.
Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet, ensuring they are well-coated in the glaze. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.
Simmer for 15-20 minutes, flipping the chicken occasionally, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the glaze has thickened to a sticky consistency.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes to absorb the flavors.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Serve warm with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.7 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 185 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1022 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.6 g | ||
| Protein | 40.0 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 583 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
