Description
Sweet and Spicy Chicken is a vibrant dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its perfect harmony of sweetness and heat. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a luscious sauce made from soy sauce, honey, and sriracha, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. Serve it over rice or alongside stir-fried veggies for a complete meal that feels like a culinary celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sriracha, and lime juice until well combined.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken pieces. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken; simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot with rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg