Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs if you prefer dark meat)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (adjust to desired spice level)
- 2 teaspoons ginger, freshly grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water (for thinning the sauce if needed)
For the Rice:
- 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice (or any preferred long-grain rice)
- 3 cups water or chicken broth (for extra flavor)
- Salt to taste
Garnishes:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Rice
- Rinse the Rice: Begin by rinsing the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and ensures your rice turns out fluffy.
- Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with water (or chicken broth for extra flavor). Add a pinch of salt and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Set aside.
Prepare the Chicken
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
Make the Sauce
- Combine the Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, Sriracha, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Taste and adjust the seasoning based on your desired level of sweetness and spice.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour the sauce into the same skillet you used to cook the chicken. Bring it to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let the sauce cook for 3-5 minutes, until it thickens and becomes glossy. If the sauce is too thick, add a little water to reach your desired consistency.
Assemble the Dish
- Slice the Chicken: While the sauce is simmering, slice the cooked chicken into thin strips.
- Coat the Chicken in Sauce: Add the sliced chicken back into the skillet and toss it in the sticky sauce, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Serve the Rice: Serve a generous portion of rice on each plate.
- Top with Chicken: Spoon the sticky chicken over the rice, making sure to drizzle extra sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 min.
- Cook Time: 35 min.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 400-450 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 3g