Sticky Honey Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Base
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2 tbsp cornstarch for coating
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1/2 tsp fine salt
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1/4 tsp ground black pepper
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500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
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2 tbsp cooking oil, like vegetable oil
→ Sweet Sauce
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3 tbsp soy sauce for flavor
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1/3 cup runny honey
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger, optional
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water for thickening
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1 tsp sesame oil, optional
→ Toppings
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Chopped green onions
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Toasted sesame seeds for sprinkling
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with cornstarch, pepper, and salt so they're evenly covered.
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Pour vegetable oil into a large pan, then heat it on medium-high. Cook the chicken in a single layer for about 4-5 minutes per side until crispy and cooked through.
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Turn the heat to medium. Stir together honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in the pan. Let simmer and mix in the cornstarch slurry until it thickens.
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Add the chicken back into the pan and stir it into the sauce. Warm it up for a couple more minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, then serve hot.
# Notes:
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You can add or reduce honey to make it less or more sweet
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Cooking in smaller portions can make the chicken crisp up better