Description
Discover this sweet and spicy honey pepper chicken recipe—delicious, quick, and easy to make, perfect for weeknight dinners at home!
Ingredients
- 500g boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh scallions, chopped (optional garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare Chicken:
Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and lightly season with salt and pepper. -
Mix Sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. -
Cook Chicken:
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden and cooked through (6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside. -
Make the Glaze:
Pour sauce mixture into the same skillet. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened slightly. -
Combine and Serve:
Return cooked chicken to the skillet, coating evenly with glaze. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the red pepper flakes.
- Don’t overcook chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
- Ensure sauce simmers gently to avoid burning or bitterness.
- Garnish with fresh scallions for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15minutes
- Cook Time: 15minutes