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Easy Sweet Heat Honey Sriracha Chicken

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Sweet, spicy, and irresistible! Juicy oven-baked Honey Sriracha Chicken coated in a sticky, garlicky glaze. A flavor explosion!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 211

Ingredients
  

For The Honey Sriracha Sauce
  • ¼ cup sriracha sauce or hot chili sauce, but you can also use sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For The Chicken
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For Garnish
  • chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
  • sesame seeds
  • lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray. Set the dish aside.
  2. Combine sriracha sauce, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, lime juice, and garlic in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until thoroughly incorporated. Set the sauce aside.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, and dried basil. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until just browned.
  4. Transfer the chicken breasts to the baking dish. Pour the honey-sriracha sauce over the chicken, turning to coat each breast entirely. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil cover. Continue to bake for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Use an instant-read meat thermometer; remove the chicken when its internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Remove the chicken from the oven. Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the sauce into a small cup. Whisk the cornstarch into the cup until well combined. Stir the cornstarch slurry back into the baking dish. Return the chicken to the oven and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened.
  7. Remove the honey sriracha chicken from the oven. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Spoon the sauce over the chicken. Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 211kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 25gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 674mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 9g

Notes

  • Adjust the Heat: Tweak the Sriracha amount for milder or spicier flavors.
  • Alternate Proteins: Swap chicken breasts for chicken thighs, salmon, or shrimp.
  • Make It Ahead: Prepare the sauce earlier, or marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours for deeper flavor.
  • Use a Meat Thermometer: Aim for 165˚F internal temperature for perfectly cooked chicken.
  • Meal Prep Friendly: Cook extra to use for salads, sandwiches, or wraps.
  • Gluten-Free Options: Substitute with gluten-free soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Storage: Store the chicken in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.