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sweet and spicy sauce for chicken

Ultimate 7-Minute Sweet and Spicy Sauce for Chicken Bliss


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 3/4 cup 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A versatile sweet and spicy sauce that pairs perfectly with grilled, baked, or fried chicken. Combines honey, chili, and garlic for a balanced flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sriracha
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, rice vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool before brushing onto cooked chicken.

Notes

  • Adjust sriracha for more or less heat.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Works well as a glaze or dipping sauce.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tbsp
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: sweet and spicy sauce, chicken glaze, homemade sauce