Description

This Sticky Honey Chicken is sweet, savory, and packed with flavor! Crispy, juicy chicken is coated in a thick, sticky honey glaze with a hint of garlic and soy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner served over rice or alongside steamed veggies.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Sticky Honey Sauce:

1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp ginger (grated)
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

For Garnish:

Sesame seeds
Green onions (chopped)

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Instructions

Coat the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce: In the same pan, add honey, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Add it to the sauce and stir until it thickens (about 1-2 minutes).
Coat the Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss until fully coated in the sticky sauce. Let it cook for 1-2 more minutes.

Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot over rice or with vegetables.

Notes

Swap chicken thighs for chicken breast if preferred, but thighs stay juicier.
Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.