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Honey Sriracha Chicken

Recipe by Emily Roz on InstagramAdded 6 November 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A quick, flavor‑packed chicken dish where crispy, flour‑coated thighs are smothered in a sweet‑spicy honey sriracha coconut sauce. The sauce balances heat, sweetness, and creamy richness, making it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner that feels indulgent.

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Method

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then coat them in flour, shaking off excess.

  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat and pan‑fry the coated chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides, about 4‑5 minutes per side.

  3. Remove the chicken and set aside.

  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  5. Stir in sriracha, soy sauce, honey, coconut milk, and chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits.

  6. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it thicken slightly, about 3‑4 minutes.

  7. Return the chicken thighs to the pan, coat them with the sauce, and cook for another 5‑7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

  8. Serve the honey sriracha chicken over rice or noodles, spooning extra sauce over the top.

Tips while you cook

Flour coating
Season the thighs, coat them in flour, and shake off excess before frying.
Separate cooking steps
Set the fried chicken aside while you build the sauce.
Sauce thickening
Simmer the sauce for 3‑4 minutes until it thickens slightly before returning the chicken.
Finish cooking in sauce
Cook the chicken in the sauce for 5‑7 minutes until it is fully cooked through.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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