Description
This Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken is a mouthwatering, better-than-takeout meal made with crispy chicken bites baked in a glossy, sweet-savory sauce. Perfect for weeknights, family dinners, or meal prep. Simple ingredients, big flavor.
Ingredients
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4 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 cup cornstarch
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3 large eggs, lightly beaten
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1/4 cup canola oil (for flash frying)
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3/4 cup honey
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3/4 cup soy sauce
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1/2 cup ketchup
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1/2 cup rice wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
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1 tsp sesame oil
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1 tsp minced garlic
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Season chicken with salt and pepper.
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Dip chicken in cornstarch, then beaten egg.
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Flash fry in canola oil until lightly browned.
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Place in a greased 9×13″ baking dish.
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In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and cornstarch.
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Pour sauce over chicken and stir to coat.
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Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
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Garnish with sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
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You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts.
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Low-sodium soy sauce works great.
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Add chili flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
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Pairs well with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.
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Make it gluten-free by using tamari and gluten-free cornstarch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired