Honey Jalapeno Chicken
Enjoy this savory Honey Jalapeno Chicken featuring tender chicken thighs coated in cornstarch and enhanced with a sweet and spicy sauce.
Equipment
- skillet
- bowl
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons ginger paste
Vegetables
- ½ each yellow onion, sliced
- 2 each jalapeños, sliced and seeds removed
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- green onions, chopped
- toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, toss the chopped chicken thighs with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in batches if necessary, and cook until golden brown and crispy on the outside and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- In the same pan, add the sliced onion and jalapeños. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened but still vibrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, and cornstarch until combined.
Notes
Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg
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