Quick and easy to make for tonight or for the freezer, this sticky sweet chicken pairs perfectly with fresh, crunchy lettuce.
Ingredients
2-3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
⅓ cup cornstarch
¼ cup honey
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 tsp)
1 tsp sesame seeds
¼ tsp chili pepper flakes
¼ tsp each salt and pepper
3-4 Tbsp canola oil
TO SERVE: Iceberg or butter lettuce, pulled apart into large pieces
Optional toppings: diced cucumber, sesame seeds, julienned or finely chopped carrot, crispy ramen noodles, hot sauce
Instructions
Dice chicken into small bite-size pieces. Toss in large bowl or freezer bag with the cornstarch to coat all sides.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, sesame seeds, chili flakes, salt and pepper.
To cook: Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat, until oil is shimmery and hot. Put a piece of chicken in to test: the chicken should sizzle immediately. When oil is hot, add chicken and stirfry, stirring frequently, until the edges of the chicken look golden, 4-5 minutes. Add sauce and cook, stirring constantly, for another 2-3 minutes, until sauce is simmering and slightly thickened and chicken is cooked through.
Serve chicken in lettuce pieces, with toppings of your choice.
Recipe by Hidden Ponies at https://hiddenponies.com/2019/12/honey-soy-chicken-lettuce-cups/