Honey Sriracha Chicken That’s Faster Than Takeout

In the mood for some Chinese food? Look no further than your pantry. This easy-to-make honey Sriracha chicken will satisfy your take-out craving without the trip or the MSG.

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Honey Sriracha Chicken

• Prep Time:10 minutes
• Cook Time:20 minutes
• Total Time:30 minutes
• Servings:4
• Medium

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 5 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2-3 tablespoon Sriracha
• 2-3 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoon cold water
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• Cooked rice (optional)

• Step 1

  In a sauce pan, mix 1 cup water, sriracha, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and honey. Stir thoroughly and bring to a boil.

  

• Step 2

  Whisk together 2 tbsp of cold water and 2 tbsp cornstarch until it is completely dissolved. Add this mixture to the sauce pan and stir until thickened. Then reduce heat to low.

  

• Step 3

  Cut chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces.

  

• Step 4

  In a plastic bag, combine the diced chicken with ⅓ cup cornstarch. Close the bag and shake vigorously to completely coat the chicken.

  

• Step 5

  On a large pan, drizzle oil and add chicken to sauteé over medium heat. When chicken is browned and cooked through, add sauce and stir.

  

• Step 6

  Remove from heat and sprinkle with crushed pepper flakes to taste. If desired, serve over rice.