Description
Hot Honey Chicken is a delicious blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. The crispy chicken is coated in a hot honey, soy sauce, and garlic sauce, offering the perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and pairs beautifully with rice or stir-fried veggies.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast (cut into cubes)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons hot honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter or sesame oil)
- Chopped scallions (for garnish)
- Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: Toss the chicken with cornstarch to lightly coat.
- Make the Sauce: Mix hot honey, soy sauce, garlic, and lime juice in a bowl.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat a skillet with olive oil (or butter/sesame oil) over high heat. Cook the chicken, undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the honey soy sauce into the skillet and stir for 1 minute to coat the chicken.
- Simmer the Sauce: Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes to thicken.
- Serve: Serve over rice, garnish with scallions, and add an extra drizzle of hot honey if desired.
- Optional Veggie Stir-Fry: Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to the skillet after cooking the chicken and stir-fry in the sauce for a one-pan meal.
Notes
- Add Vegetables: Feel free to stir-fry bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas with the chicken for a more balanced meal.
- Adjust Spice Level: Use less hot honey or regular honey for a milder flavor.
- Gluten-Free Option: Swap soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
