Sweet Sticky Chicken
Get ready to savor a flavor-packed journey with this Sweet Sticky Chicken recipe, where tender, juicy chicken thighs meet a glossy, caramelized glaze that's equal parts savory and sweet. Marinated in a harmonious blend of soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar, the chicken absorbs rich umami flavors before being pan-seared to golden perfection. The magic lies in the thick, sticky sauce, elegantly thickened with a cornstarch slurry and infused with brown sugar for a delectable depth of flavor. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for a pop of texture and color, and serve this irresistible dish over steamed rice for a complete, soul-warming meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, Sweet Sticky Chicken is a quick and easy dinner delight that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced, optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create a marinade.
Place the chicken thighs in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, reserving the other half for later. Seal the bag or cover the dish and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, and place the pieces in the skillet.
Cook the chicken for about 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce, cooking for 1–2 minutes until it becomes glossy and sticky.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing it in the sauce until fully coated and heated through.
Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired, before serving.
Serve the sweet sticky chicken hot with steamed rice or your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.8 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 2813 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.8 g | ||
| Protein | 164.9 g | 330% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1851 mg | 39% | |
*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.
