Description
Spicy-sweet honey sriracha chicken delivers a flavor explosion that dances across your palate with irresistible Asian-inspired zest. Juicy chicken glazed in a perfect balance of heat and honey promises a quick, mouthwatering meal that will become an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup sriracha sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt
- Pepper
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped scallions
Instructions
- Thoroughly season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, ensuring even coverage.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, cooking for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate, allowing it to rest momentarily.
- Reduce heat to medium and quickly sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for 30-45 seconds until aromatic.
- Pour honey, Sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar into the skillet, whisking continuously to create a smooth, glossy sauce.
- Simmer sauce for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until it thickens and develops a rich, sticky consistency.
- Gently return chicken to the skillet, rolling each piece to ensure complete sauce coverage.
- Allow chicken to warm through in the sauce for an additional 1-2 minutes, promoting flavor absorption.
- Plate the glazed chicken and generously sprinkle with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the most tender and quick-cooking result.
- Adjust Sriracha amount to control spice level, making it milder for kids or spicier for heat lovers.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure better browning and crispy exterior.
- For a gluten-free version, replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 355 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg