Sweet and Sticky Chicken

Indulge in this mouthwatering Sweet & Sticky Chicken from Villa Papa Putu — a quick, easy, and utterly irresistible dish that’s as delicious as it looks!

Golden-brown chicken pieces are smothered in a rich, glossy glaze that strikes the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory, with just a hint of warmth. Topped with vibrant green scallions for freshness and crunch, this dish is pure comfort food elevated to gourmet status.

Whether you're craving a last-minute weeknight dinner or want to impress guests with minimal effort, this recipe delivers maximum flavor in under 30 minutes. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice or warm noodles and watch it disappear in seconds!

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Prep Time 30

Servings: 4 Servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: asian, indonesian

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

1000 gr Raw boneless skinless chicken thighs
35 gr Freshly grated ginger root
1 tsp Onion powder
1 tsp Garlic powder
2 tsp Honey
4 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
4 tbsp Sweet soy sauce
1 tbsp Tomato paste
100 ml Water
Salt and black pepper

Method

Begin by cutting the chicken breast into strips or bite-sized pieces.
Heat oil in a frying pan over high heat.
Add the chicken strips and cook until the chicken is golden on all sides, then set aside.
In the same pan mix ginger, sweet soy sauce, water, honey, balsamic vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, tomato paste, pepper and salt.
Return all chicken to the pan and simmer until well-coated.

Notes

💡 Tips:

Use chicken thighs for more moisture and flavor.
This dish tastes even better the next day — great for meal prep!
Enjoy your homemade sweet and sticky chicken — it's sure to be a family favorite!