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Honey Sriracha Chicken

Irresistibly Sweet Honey Sriracha Chicken for Easy Nights

This Honey Sriracha Chicken recipe delivers an irresistible balance of sweetness and spice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sriracha Sauce can substitute with sweet chili sauce for a milder taste
  • 1/4 cup Honey maple syrup works as a vegan alternative
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free options
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar apple cider vinegar can be a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice lemon juice serves as a suitable alternative
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced garlic; you can use garlic powder in a pinch
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts chicken thighs can be used for added moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For Extra Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch arrowroot powder is a great substitute
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley optional
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds optional
  • 2 wedge Lime serve alongside

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey Sriracha Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish with a little oil.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sriracha sauce, honey, low sodium soy sauce, white vinegar, lime juice, and minced garlic until smooth.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat, season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, sweet paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, and dried basil. Sear in skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  4. Transfer seared chicken to the baking dish and pour honey sriracha sauce over it. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. After 20 minutes, remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.
  6. Remove 3 tablespoons of sauce, whisk in cornstarch until smooth, then pour back over chicken and bake for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  7. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving garnished with cilantro, sesame seeds, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 26gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 14gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is great for meal prep and can easily be adapted to suit different spice levels and servings.

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