Firecracker Chicken
A flavorful dish that balances sweet and spicy notes, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl until well blended.
- Heat a drizzle of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Reduce heat to a simmer and let cook for another 5 minutes, allowing chicken to soak up the sauce.
- Serve the firecracker chicken over cooked rice and enjoy!
Notes
To ensure perfect cooking, check the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Adjust spice levels according to your preference.
Find it online: https://www.chickennova.com/firecracker-chicken/