Sticky Honey Chicken
A delicious and easy-to-make dish combining sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For a spicy kick
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the boneless chicken breasts in it.
Cooking
- Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C).
- Pour the prepared honey sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet, reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to thicken and coat the chicken.
- Once the sauce is sticky, sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove until hot. For added flavor, marinate chicken in the sauce for a few hours before cooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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