Sweet Sticky Chicken Breasts

Savor the irresistible flavors of Sweet Sticky Chicken Breasts—an easy yet impressive recipe featuring tender chicken coated in a luscious, glossy sauce made with soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. This crowd-pleasing dish combines the perfect balance of savory and sweet notes with a touch of sesame oil and rice vinegar for depth. The sauce thickens beautifully with a cornstarch slurry, ensuring every bite bursts with sticky, caramelized goodness. This one-pan wonder is ready in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Serve these succulent chicken breasts with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables, and finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a restaurant-quality touch. Your family will love this flavorful and easy-to-make chicken recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.33 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and rice vinegar until well combined. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. This will be used later to thicken the sauce.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 4

Season the chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper, then place them into the skillet.

Step 5

Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Using the same skillet, pour in the prepared sauce mixture. Bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 7

Once the sauce begins to bubble, stir in the cornstarch slurry, whisking constantly to ensure no lumps form. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.

Step 8

Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, ensuring they are fully coated in the sauce. Lower the heat to medium-low and cover with a lid.

Step 9

Simmer the chicken for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and let the chicken rest in the sauce for an additional 3-5 minutes.

Step 11

Transfer the chicken to a serving plate, spooning extra sauce over the top.

Step 12

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice or sautéed veggies for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1113.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2042.0

Total Fat 69.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.8g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 5138.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 101.2g
Protein 228.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 256.5mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 683.5mg	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: 30.9%

Protein: 44.9%

Carbs: 24.1%