Sweet and Spicy Asian Chicken Savory Flavor Explosion
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
- 0.25 cup scallions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 0 Salt and pepper to taste
- 0 Cooked jasmine rice or quinoa for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk together to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- Preheat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later.
- Add the chicken thighs to the hot skillet in a single layer and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour the reserved marinade and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing it in the thickened sauce to coat well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve the Sweet and Spicy Asian Chicken over jasmine rice or quinoa, garnished with sliced scallions and sesame seeds.
💡 Chef's Notes
Adjust sriracha to taste for desired spice level.