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Sweet Sticky Chicken Recipe

Sweet Sticky Chicken Recipe

Juicy chicken simmered in a glossy sweet-and-savory sauce with garlic, ginger, and a little heat. Perfect over rice.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.75 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil
  • 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper season to taste
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 0.35 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar light or dark
  • 1.5 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2.5 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes add more for heat
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1.5 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water for slurry
  • 0.25 cup thinly sliced green onions for garnish
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Whisk soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil in a bowl.
  • Pat chicken dry and season lightly with black pepper.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear chicken until browned on both sides, about 4–5 minutes per side.
  • Pour in the sauce and simmer, stirring, until slightly thick and glossy, 6–8 minutes.
  • Stir cornstarch with water. Add slurry to skillet and cook until sticky and shiny, 1–2 minutes.
  • Rest 5 minutes. Scatter green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice.

Notes

Try a citrus twist with 1–2 tsp orange zest in the sauce. For meal prep, refrigerate in a sealed container up to 4 days; reheat gently with a splash of water to loosen the glaze.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Sweet Sticky Chicken Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.