Ingredients
– 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
– ½ cup honey
– ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 green bell pepper, diced
– 1 onion, sliced
– Sesame seeds for garnish
– Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Creating your own Sweet and Spicy Chicken can be straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2. Make the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, garlic, and ginger until well combined.
3. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken pieces in a zip-top bag or bowl and pour the marinade over them. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes, or ideally up to an hour for better flavor penetration.
4. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
5. Cook the Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and add it to the hot skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
6. Add Vegetables: Add the diced red and green bell peppers and sliced onion to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes until they are slightly tender yet crisp.
7. Glaze the Chicken: Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken and vegetables.
8. Finish Cooking: Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender but still vibrant in color and crunch.
9. Garnish: Once done, remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added flavor and appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 30g