Sticky Honey Chicken

Description:

This Sticky Honey Chicken is the ultimate sweet and savory dish, featuring crispy, golden chicken coated in a rich, sticky honey glaze with hints of garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of spice. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight dinner! Serve it with rice, noodles, or veggies for a delicious meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Chicken:

500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
60g (½ cup) cornstarch
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Sticky Honey Sauce:

120ml (½ cup) honey
60ml (¼ cup) soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
2 tablespoons ketchup
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon sriracha or red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (to thicken the sauce)

For Garnish:

1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Prep and Cook the Chicken

In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Sticky Honey Sauce

In the same pan, add honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, garlic, ginger, and sriracha. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

Step 3: Coat the Chicken

Add the cooked chicken back to the pan, tossing it in the sauce until fully coated.
Let it cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.

Step 4: Serve & Garnish

Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Serve immediately over steamed rice, noodles, or sautéed vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories: 450 kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Sodium: 950mg
Sugar: 32g

Tips for the Best Sticky Honey Chicken

✔ For extra crispy chicken – Use chicken thighs instead of breasts and double-fry for an extra crunch!
✔ Make it spicy – Add more sriracha or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
✔ Balance the sweetness – If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the honey slightly and add a squeeze of lime.
✔ Meal prep friendly – Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in a pan for best texture.