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Sticky Honey Chicken

Crispy chicken smothered in a sweet-savory honey sauce—ready in 30 minutes! Perfect for weeknights or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts or thighs
  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • Sesame seeds & green onions optional

Instructions
 

  • Prep Chicken: Slice into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet. Sear chicken until golden (4-5 mins/side).
  • Make Sauce: Whisk honey, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
  • Thicken Sauce: Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water. Stir into sauce and simmer until thick.
  • Combine: Toss chicken in sauce. Garnish and serve.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free: Use tamari or coconut aminos.
  • Storage: Keep leftovers in the fridge for 3 days.