Ingredients
– 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
– 1/2 cup honey
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
– 1-2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference)
– 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
– Salt, to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Chopped green onions or sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken is straightforward. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, and a dash of ground black pepper. Set aside.
3. Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Cook the Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they start to brown and are cooked through.
5. Add the Sauce: Pour the honey sauce over the chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly.
6. Simmer: Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for 3-5 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly.
7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with green onions or sesame seeds, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 25g