Sticky Chicken

Transform your dinner table with this irresistibly flavorful Sticky Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy notes that’ll have everyone reaching for seconds! Tender, juicy chicken thighs are seared until golden, then coated in a luscious sticky sauce made with soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and a hint of rice vinegar for balance. Fragrant garlic and fresh ginger add aromatic depth, while a touch of cornstarch ensures the sauce clings beautifully to every bite. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this quick and easy dish is ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve it with steamed rice or noodles for a hearty, satisfying meal that’s packed with flavor. Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired cuisine, this Sticky Chicken recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs
• 0.25 cups Soy sauce
• 0.25 cups Honey
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Ginger
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season them with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Set both aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Once hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes or until golden and crispy. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, lower the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and rice vinegar to the pan. Mix well and allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the sauce while stirring continuously. Let the sauce thicken for about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Return the chicken thighs to the pan, coating them thoroughly in the sticky sauce. Lower the heat, cover the pan, and allow the chicken to cook for another 10-12 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should read 165°F or 74°C). Flip the chicken halfway through cooking for even coating.

Step 8

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for the perfect meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1176.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2493.3

Total Fat 130.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.0g
Cholesterol 846mg	0%
Sodium 4242.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 67.6g
Protein 243.1g	0%

Vitamin D 63IU	0%
Calcium 186.6mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2619.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 39.2%

Carbs: 13.4%