Chicken in Sweet Sauce
Indulge in the perfect balance of savory and sweet with this irresistible Chicken in Sweet Sauce recipe! Tender, bite-sized chicken pieces are pan-seared to golden perfection and coated in a glossy, flavor-packed sauce made from soy sauce, honey, ketchup, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. A quick cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to a luscious consistency, ensuring every morsel is drenched in rich, umami goodness. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, this versatile dish is as vibrant as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner served over fluffy steamed rice or stir-fried noodles. Perfect for fans of sweet and savory flavor profiles, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the sweet sauce. Set aside.
In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Pour the prepared sweet sauce over the chicken and stir well to coat all pieces evenly.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then add the cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chicken with chopped green onions and sesame seeds (if using).
Serve hot with steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.9 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2382 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.2 g | ||
| Protein | 223.0 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2133 mg | 45% | |
*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.
