Debbie's Sticky Chicken
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with Debbie's Sticky Chicken, a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Featuring tender, bone-in chicken thighs bathed in a luxurious glaze made from soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, this recipe delivers juicy, caramelized perfection in every bite. The secret to that irresistible sticky sauce lies in the addition of freshly minced garlic, grated ginger, and a touch of cornstarch for thickening. Pan-seared to golden-crisp perfection and oven-baked to finish, this one-pan wonder is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Topped with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a pop of color and flavor, Debbie's Sticky Chicken pairs beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite side dish to create a meal that's sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights in, this recipe is proof that delicious doesn't have to be complicated!
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (freshly grated)
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water (for the cornstarch slurry)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 Scallions (sliced, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and sear for another 3-4 minutes on the other side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
Step 6
Pour the sauce mixture into the same skillet and bring it to a simmer over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Step 7
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon some of the sauce over the top.
Step 8
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, occasionally basting the chicken with the sauce to ensure it stays sticky and flavorful.
Step 9
While the chicken is baking, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry.
Step 10
Once the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C), remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the chicken to a plate.
Step 11
Place the skillet back on the stovetop over medium heat and stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is glossy and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 12
Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Step 13
Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.
Step 14
Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1614.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3354.0 |
| Total Fat 217.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 17.0g | |
| Cholesterol 972mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5614.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 139.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 116.9g | |
| Protein 231.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 315.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2923.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories