Sriracha Chicken
Sriracha Chicken is a tantalizing dish that brings the heat and flavor to your dinner table. This recipe features succulent chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and spicy glaze made from honey, garlic, soy sauce, and Sriracha. Cooked to perfection in a cast-iron skillet, each bite offers a delightful balance of juiciness and bold flavors. Whether served over fluffy rice, nestled in tacos, or tossed into a vibrant salad, this versatile dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Plus, with minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy all the deliciousness without the hassle!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs (deboned but skin-on)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1½ tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, tamari (or soy sauce), Sriracha chili sauce, rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar), and salt until well combined.
- Add minced garlic to the marinade and mix well. Coat the chicken thighs in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken thighs and cook until golden brown on both sides—about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Pour any remaining marinade into the skillet with the chicken. Simmer until thickened slightly.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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