Sticky Chicky
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with "Sticky Chicky," a flavor-packed recipe that combines tender, golden-brown chicken thighs with a glossy, sweet-and-savory glaze. This easy 30-minute dish is crafted with a delectable sauce featuring soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and a touch of sriracha for a hint of heat. Thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry, the sticky sauce clings to every bite, ensuring maximum flavor in every morsel. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve "Sticky Chicky" over steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a quick, crowd-pleasing meal that's perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.33 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional garnish)
- 2 green onions, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sriracha. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Set this aside as well.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Optionally, cut them into bite-sized pieces if desired.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium. Pour the soy sauce mixture into the same skillet and bring it to a gentle boil.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing it thoroughly in the sauce to ensure it is evenly coated.
Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2-3 more minutes to absorb the flavors.
Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.
Serve immediately over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2112 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.8 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.8 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 850 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 2987 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.7 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.1 g | ||
| Protein | 185.9 g | 372% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2078 mg | 44% | |
*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.
