Firecracker Chicken Breast
A sweet and spicy Firecracker Chicken recipe that brings family and friends together over flavorful marinated chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Mix the marinade: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, sriracha, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- Coat the chicken: Place the chicken breast in a ziplock bag and pour the marinade over it.
- Marinate the chicken: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken: Remove from marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Marinating overnight enhances the flavor. Pair with rice or salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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