Sweet and Sticky Chicken
- 25 min
- Serves 4
- 11 ingredients
15 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. A glossy, caramelized chicken dish where a sweet‑savory glaze of soy, honey, and brown sugar clings to bite‑sized pieces. Perfect over fluffy rice for a quick week‑night dinner.
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Method
Slice the chicken thighs into 1‑inch pieces and place them in a large bowl.
Add dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, grated garlic, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to the bowl; whisk until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is uniform.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the chicken marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.
While the chicken marinates, prepare a clean work surface and have a spatula or wooden spoon ready for stirring.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium‑high heat; when hot, add a drizzle of neutral oil and swirl to coat the surface.
Add the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer, spreading them out so they sear rather than steam; cook without moving for about 2 minutes.
Stir the chicken, continuing to cook for another 3‑4 minutes until the pieces are browned and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (165°F).
As the chicken cooks, the sauce will begin to thicken; keep stirring to coat each piece evenly and prevent burning.
When the sauce has reduced to a glossy, sticky glaze that clings to the chicken, remove the pan from heat.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then transfer the chicken to a serving dish.
Garnish with sliced green onions to taste and serve immediately over steamed rice.
Allow any remaining sauce in the pan to cool for a minute, then discard or reuse for a quick drizzle on the rice if desired.
Tips while you cook
- Marinate for flavor
- Let the chicken sit in the sauce for at least 15 minutes before cooking.
- Single‑layer sear
- Arrange the pieces in a single layer.
- Stir after initial sear
- After the first 2 minutes, stir and continue cooking 3‑4 minutes until browned.
- Watch the glaze
- Remove the pan once the sauce has reduced to a glossy, sticky glaze.
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