4bonelessskinless chicken breasts (or thighs, if you prefer)
Salt and pepper to taste
1tablespoonolive oilfor cooking
For the Sauce:
¼cuphoney
2tablespoonssoy sauce
1-2tablespoonssrirachadepending on how spicy you like it!
2clovesgarlicminced
1tablespoonrice vinegar
1tablespooncornstarchto thicken the sauce
A pinch of red pepper flakesoptional, for extra heat
For Serving:
Cooked rice or noodlesyour choice!
Chopped green onionsoptional, for garnish
Sesame seedsoptional, for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Start by seasoning your chicken breasts with a little salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown on the outside. I love that crispy edge! Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and set it aside.
Step 2: Make the Firecracker Sauce
Now, it’s time to get that delicious sauce going. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it!
Next, add the honey, soy sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if you're using them). Stir everything together and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for about 3-4 minutes until the sauce has thickened up a bit.
Step 3: Coat the Chicken
Once the sauce has thickened, it’s time to bring it all together. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, and pour the sauce over the top. Make sure each piece of chicken is coated in that amazing sauce. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes so the chicken soaks up all the flavors.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
Finally, remove the chicken from the skillet and slice it into pieces. Serve it over a bed of rice or noodles, and drizzle any leftover sauce on top. Garnish with some chopped green onions and sesame seeds for a little extra flavor and crunch. And that’s it – you’re ready to eat!