Description
Sticky Honey Chicken is an easy and delicious dish that beautifully combines sweet and savory flavors. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a luscious honey glaze, enhanced by soy sauce and garlic, creating a mouthwatering meal that pleases everyone at the table. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, as it can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Serve it over fluffy jasmine rice or alongside colorful stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying dinner that feels like a restaurant-quality experience right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the garlic.
- In a large bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and simmer remaining marinade until thickened (about 5 minutes). Return chicken to the skillet, coating with glaze.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (85g)
- Calories: 246
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 578mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 78mg