Firecracker Chicken

Sweet, spicy, and crispy chicken tossed in a sticky honey-sriracha sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family meals.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken, Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired

Calories: 320

1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup honey
3 tbsp sriracha sauce
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tsp fresh ginger grated
2 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar
sesame seeds for garnish
chopped green onions for garnish

Preheat skillet over medium-high heat. Toss chicken in flour, salt, and pepper.
Cook chicken in oil 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, combine honey, sriracha, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Cook 2–3 minutes.
Add chicken back and toss to coat in sauce.
Plate and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot.

Adjust sriracha for spice level. Pat chicken dry for crispier coating.