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Sticky Chicken Tenders

You can customize this recipe by adjusting the sweetness or spiciness of the sauce according to your taste preferences. Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat, or adjust the amount of honey and brown sugar for a sweeter or less sweet flavor profile.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb 450g chicken tenders or chicken breast strips
  • ½ cup 120ml soy sauce
  • ¼ cup 60ml honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
  • Cooking oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the Chicken:
    In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Stir until well combined. Add the chicken tenders to the bowl and toss to coat them in the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Prepare the Sauce:
    In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Set aside. In a saucepan, heat the remaining marinade over medium heat. Once it starts to simmer, stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Cook the Chicken:
    Heat cooking oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken tenders in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
  • Coat with Sticky Sauce:
    Once the chicken tenders are cooked, transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Then, transfer them to a clean bowl and pour the sticky sauce over the chicken. Toss the chicken gently until evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Garnish and Serve:
    Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the sticky chicken tenders for garnish. Serve immediately while warm, either as an appetizer with dipping sauce or as a main dish with rice and vegetables.
  • Enjoy!
    Serve these delicious sticky chicken tenders hot and enjoy their sweet and savory flavor.
Keyword Chicken Tenders