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Sticky Asian glazed chicken is tender and juicy chicken coated in a sticky-sweet Asian sauce. This meal is ready in just thirty minutes, and the flavor is incredible!

A sticky glaze sauce on chicken is SO good. While I love the Asian flavor, we also like to mix up the glaze flavors. Try some of my other glazed chicken recipes like this honey orange, or this yummy lemon honey garlic chicken!

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Sticky Asian Glazed Chicken

Isn’t life just so dang busy? And now that it is starting to warm up outside, we soak up the sun any chance we can get. But, if there is one thing that I always try to do, it’s to have a meal ready for my family each night. We really do enjoy coming together at the dinner table and talking and joking around. So, I love when I can create an easy and delicious meal!

You have probably noticed by now that I love Asian flavored meals on the blog. Some of my most popular recipes are Asian-inspired dishes, and they are to die for. I love creating restaurant-quality dishes in my own kitchen, and this recipe is no exception! This meal instantly became one of my top five Asian recipes with the first bite!

Asian Chicken Ingredients

The sticky and sweet sauce on this Asian glazed chicken is absolutely incredible. It is made with a delicious soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sweet chili sauce, brown sugar, and a squeeze of fresh lime! See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

  • Chicken Breasts or boneless chicken thighs:Choose thighs for a juicer softer chicken and a chicken breast for a lower fat option.
  • Olive Oil: This oil is used to cook the chicken and keep it from sticking to the pan.
  • Brown Sugar: The molasses in this sugar adds to the rich sweetness of the glaze.
  • Soy Sauce: This salty sauce adds to the deep savory flavor of this chicken dish.
  • Hoisin sauce: Look for hoisin sauce in the international food isle. It is a much thicker, saltier version of Teriyaki sauce.
  • Sweet Chili Sauce: Stores in the pantry for 1 month. Refrigerate to keep this ingredient fresh for 6-9 months.
  • Ginger: Ginger is easy to peel and grate using the back of a spoon and fork.
  • Dried red pepper flakes: Add to taste
  • Minced garlic: Chop the garlic yourself or use a garlic press to release intense, immediate flavor.
  • Juice of one lime: This equates to about 2 tablespoons of lime juice.

How to Make Asian Glazed Chicken:

Not only is this delicious but the very best part is that it’s is ready in just 30 minutes. All you need to do is garnish with some sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and then you have an easy restaurant-quality meal right at home!

  1. Heat a large skillet: Place skillet over medium high heat and add 1 Tbs of olive oil. Add the chicken and salt and pepper.
  2. Cook chicken: Let chicken cook about 3 minutes on each side or until thermometer reads 165 degrees and brown on each side.
  3. Remove Chicken: Set chicken aside on plate.
  4. Wisk together sauce: In the same skillet whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sweet chili sauce, ginger, red pepper flakes, garlic and lime juice.
  5. Bring to a boil: Let sauce cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Add chicken: Place chicken back into the sauce and coat each side with the sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
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Quick Tips

This sticky Asian glazed chicken is the best of the best! Here are a few tips that I came up with to help yours turn out perfectly!

  • SoyAllergy: Use tamari or coconut aminos to replace the soy sauce if you have a soy allergy.
  • Chicken:My favorite way to cook this insanely delicious meal is to use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts. Chicken thighs give you the crispy skin on the outside and juicy flavorful chicken on the inside.
  • Drumsticks: A great variation I loved with this recipe is drumsticks. The bone in chicken takes about twice as long to cook depending on the thickness but was an instant favorite!
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How to Store Leftovers

When you are finished with this sticky Asian glazed chicken, then you will be lucky if you have any leftovers. If so, here are some things to remember when you are storing your chicken!

  • In the Refrigerator: Let chicken cool completely before storing. Then, wrap chicken tightly with aluminum foil or put in a shallow airtight container and refrigerate on the top shelf. It should las for about 3 days.
  • To Freeze: To extend the length of time you can store your chicken in the freezer instead for up to 6 months. Let it thaw in the fridge before reheating it on the stove.
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A Reader’s Review

Super good, just made it with noodles and there is nothing left!!! Awesome recipe!!!

-Lisa

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More Delicious Asian Recipes

This sticky glazed Asian chicken is to die for and it’s are to become your families favorite! If you want to try out more delicious Asian recipes then you are in luck! I have rounded up some of my most popular recipes that every family will love!

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By: Alyssa Rivers

Sticky Asian glazed chicken is tender and juicy chicken coated in a sticky-sweet Asian sauce. This meal is ready in just thirty minutes, and the flavor is incredible!

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 people

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

  • Meat Thermometer

  • Serving Plate

  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound thinly sliced Chicken Breasts or boneless chicken thighs*
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • cup soy sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 Tablespoons ginger peeled and grated
  • Pinch of dried red pepper flakes to taste
  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic
  • Juice of one lime

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add 1 Tbs of olive oil. Add the chicken and salt and pepper. Cook chicken about 3 minutes on each side or until thermometer reads 165 degrees and brown on each side. Set chicken aside on plate.

  • In the skillet whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sweet chili sauce, ginger, red pepper flakes, garlic and lime juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens. **

  • Add chicken back to the sauce and coat each side with the sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

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Notes

Updated on March 9, 2022

Originally Posted on March 13, 2016

Nutrition

Calories: 357kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 27gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 1395mgPotassium: 525mgFiber: 1gSugar: 45gVitamin A: 34IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Asian American, Chinese

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About Alyssa Rivers

Welcome to my kitchen! I am Alyssa Rivers and the food blogger behind The Recipe Critic. The blog launched in 2012 as a place to share my passion for cooking. I love trying new things and testing them out with my family. Each recipe is tried and true, family-tested and approved.

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FAQs

What is chicken on a stick called at Chinese restaurant? ›

Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick are brown or red colored chicken thighs found in Chinese-American restaurants and takeout. The chicken is marinaded overnight in a special blend of spices and sauces then oven baked, after which they are then fried. Teriyaki Chicken Skewers.

What does it mean to glaze chicken? ›

Glazing chicken is a culinary technique intended to enhance the flavor, texture and appearance of chicken. Whether you're hosting a special dinner or simply looking to add a burst of flavor to your weeknight meal, glazing chicken is a fantastic way to achieve delicious and impressive results.

What does it mean when cooked chicken is sticky? ›

If the chicken in question feels slimy, sticky or like it has a filmy layer on top, it's likely gone bad. Fresh, raw chicken has a shiny, smooth texture.

Is Sticky chicken still good? ›

If you notice any texture changes, such as increased softness, sliminess, stickiness, or residue, it's likely no longer safe to eat. Raw chicken shouldn't be slimy, sticky, or tacky and should be glossy and somewhat soft. Cooked chicken that has gone bad will usually be slimy, sticky, and overly soft.

What makes Chinese chicken so tender? ›

Kaitlin Leung of The Woks of Life, a blog dedicated to Chinese cooking, shares that a standard velveting mixture could include egg white and cornstarch, plus a few tablespoons of water – to help coat the meat yes, but also to make the meat extra tender and juicy.

What is the meat on a stick at Chinese buffets? ›

Red meat on a stick. I think you mean char siu pork. It looks like this: Char siu pork is marinated and roasted strips of pork shoulder, pork belly or pork tenderloin. It gets its distinctive red color and unique flavor from an interesting marinade.

What is the meat on a stick at Chinese restaurants called? ›

Chuan (Chinese: 串, Dungan: Чўан, pinyin: chuàn, "kebab/skewer"; Uyghur: كاۋاپ, кавап, "kawap"), especially in the north-east of China referred to as chuan'r (Chinese: 串儿), are small pieces of meat roasted on skewers. Chuan originated in the Xinjiang region of China.

How do you get glaze to stick to meat? ›

Apply it at the very end of cooking process, as prolonged cooking can cause the high sugar content to burn and become bitter. When grilling or broiling, brush the glaze with a pastry brush, or when cooking in a pan, pour the glaze in, allow it to simmer and reduce until it becomes sticky in the pan.

How do you get glaze to stick to chicken breast? ›

The best way to cook chicken breast with a glaze is to either grill, bake, or pan-sear the chicken. These methods allow the glaze to caramelize and create a flavorful crust on the outside of the chicken while keeping the meat juicy and tender on the inside.

How do you thicken chicken glaze? ›

Combine equal parts cornstarch and cold water. Stir together until smooth. Pour into your sauce and cook over medium heat, stirring continually, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. Test the sauce with a spoon.

What is the clear sticky stuff in chicken? ›

The gelatin-like clear substance you may find in cooked chicken is likely to be collagen. Collagen is a protein that is found in connective tissues, skin, and bones of animals, including chicken.

What is the goo coming out of chicken? ›

The good news is this is a normal and safe occurrence. What is this white goo? It's protein and water released from the chicken's muscle fibers. Heat causes these fibers to contract, displacing some of the juices.

Is raw chicken normally sticky? ›

Discoloration may also occur, and the normally pink raw meat may turn yellow, gray and even green. As for the texture, raw chicken should feel moist and smooth in your hand, not sticky, dry or rough. "It should not slide from your fingers if you hold it.

What is the white stringy thing in chicken tenders? ›

The white stringy parts in chicken breasts are tendons.

The tough tendons are located along the side of chicken tenderloins.

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