Sticky Chicken
This Sticky Chicken Recipe is the perfect balance of caramelized sweetness and bold savory flavors. Coated in a rich, sticky glaze and cooked to perfection, it pairs beautifully with rice, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks approx. 8 pieces
Sticky Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp ginger grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for thickening
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and olive oil in a bowl. Add cornstarch if using.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Remove the lid and increase heat to medium. Let the sauce reduce until thick and caramelized.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 1 hour before cooking.