Sticky Chicken

Sticky chicken is a sweet and savory dish that features tender, succulent chicken coated in a sticky, flavorful sauce. Here’s a basic recipe for making sticky chicken:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Sticky Sauce:

• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

For Garnish (optional):

• Sesame seeds
• Sliced green onions

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are golden brown on both sides and fully cooked through. This will take about 4-5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of your chicken. Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set it aside.
3. Make the Sticky Sauce:
   • In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, minced garlic, minced ginger (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes.
   • Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4. Thicken the Sauce:
   • In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
   • Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering sauce while stirring continuously.
   • Continue to simmer the sauce for a few more minutes until it thickens and becomes sticky.
5. Coat the Chicken:
   • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet or pan with the sticky sauce.
   • Coat the chicken evenly with the sauce by turning the pieces and spooning sauce over them.
   • Simmer for a few more minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors and the sauce to cling to the chicken.
6. Serve:
   • Transfer the sticky chicken to a serving platter.
   • Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.
   • Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.

Sticky chicken is a crowd-pleaser with its sweet and savory flavor profile. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests. Enjoy!