Description
Sticky Honey Chicken is a sweet and savory delight that transforms tender chicken into a golden-glazed masterpiece. This easy-to-make dish combines the rich flavors of honey and soy sauce, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its glossy finish and aromatic appeal, Sticky Honey Chicken will impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by trimming excess fat and patting dry.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from skillet and simmer leftover marinade until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet; coat with the thickened sauce and heat through for 2 minutes.
- Serve with rice or vegetables, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg