Name: Sweet and Spicy Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces); 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon ginger (grated); ¼ cup honey; ¼ cup brown sugar; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sriracha or hot sauce (adjust to taste); ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon water; 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for sauce thickening); Sesame seeds and chopped green onions (for garnish)

Description

Sweet and Spicy Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that combines a sweet glaze with a spicy kick. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve with rice or vegetables for a delicious meal.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
¼ cup honey
¼ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sriracha or hot sauce (adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon cornstarch (for sauce thickening)

Sesame seeds and chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken – Toss the chicken with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper for a crispy coating.
Cook the Chicken – Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce – In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds. Stir in honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil.
Thicken the Sauce – Mix water with cornstarch and add to the sauce. Stir until thickened (about 1-2 minutes).

Combine and Serve – Return chicken to the pan, toss to coat, and cook for 2 more minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water.
Variations: Use chicken thighs for a juicier texture, substitute tofu for a vegetarian version, or adjust the spice level to taste.
Gluten-Free Option: Swap soy sauce for tamari or coconut aminos.

Alternative Cooking Methods: Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes or air fry at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-Frying
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Keywords: Sweet and spicy chicken, honey sriracha chicken, easy chicken recipe, quick dinner, spicy glazed chicken