Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken: Sweet, Spicy Cantonese Starter
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About Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken: Sweet, Spicy Cantonese Starter
These Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Starters are a quick and easy recipe inspired by Cantonese cuisine. Succulent chicken thighs are marinated in a vibrant blend of ginger, garlic, lemon, and chili for a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. This appetizer is perfect for parties or a satisfying snack.The star of the show is the glossy honey garlic sauce – rich, sticky, and intensely garlicky, a true hallmark of Cantonese cooking. Using honey offers a healthier twist on traditional recipes, making it a guilt-free indulgence.Prepare to be amazed by the ease and deliciousness of this recipe. It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Prep30 minutes
Cook30 minutes
Total1 hour
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb Chicken Thighs boneless, skinless; chicken breasts can be substituted
- 1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
- 2 tsp Lemon Juice
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper adjust to taste
- 1/2 tsp Kashmiri Chili Powder for color and mild heat
- 2 tsp Tandoori Masala
- 1 tbsp Mustard Oil
- 1/2 tsp Corn Flour or all-purpose flour
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, combine chicken with ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, salt, cayenne pepper, Kashmiri chili powder, tandoori masala, mustard oil, and cornstarch. Mix well and let marinate for 10 minutes.
Bake the Chicken
- Spread the marinated chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly browned.
Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
- In a pan, combine soy sauce, honey, additional honey (or BBQ sauce), ketchup, sriracha, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Simmer over medium heat until slightly thickened.
Combine and Serve
- Add the baked chicken to the honey garlic sauce. Toss to coat evenly. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce is well incorporated and has thickened slightly.
Garnish and Enjoy
- Transfer the chicken to a serving bowl. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For extra crispy chicken, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
- Adjust the amount of cayenne and sriracha to control the spice level to your preference.
- If you don't have ginger-garlic paste, you can easily make your own by grating fresh ginger and garlic and mixing them together.
- Serve this dish with rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 163kcalCarbohydrates: 25gFat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.8gSodium: 3420mgSugar: 24g
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Looks incredible! Thanks for the details.
Looks incredible! Thanks for the details.
This is delightful! Thanks for the recipe.
Such an enticing dish! Thanks for the recipe.