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Sweet and Spicy Chicken: A Flavorful Recipe to Try!

A flavorful recipe for Sweet and Spicy Chicken that combines honey, soy sauce, and sriracha for a deliciously balanced dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish, optional

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use.
  4. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice golden brown color.
  5. Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  6. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  7. Serve the chicken garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a milder version, reduce the amount of sriracha or substitute it with a sweet chili sauce.
  • Serve the chicken over steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal, and add steamed vegetables for extra nutrition.

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