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Sweet and Spicy Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner, Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Sweet and Spicy Chicken is the perfect balance of heat and sweetness! Juicy chicken pieces are coated in a sticky, flavorful sauce made with honey, garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of spice. Serve it over rice or noodles for a quick and delicious meal!


Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or canola)

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
  • Garnish:

    • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
    • 2 green onions (sliced)

Instructions

  • Coat the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  • Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  • Make the Sauce: In the same pan, add honey, soy sauce, sriracha, ketchup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil. Stir and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens.
  • Coat the Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat it evenly in the sauce. Let it cook for 1-2 more minutes.
  • Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less sriracha and red pepper flakes.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
  • For extra crunch, coat the chicken in egg and panko breadcrumbs before frying.