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Spicy Glazed Chicken with Stir-Fried Cucumbers and Scallions – A Bold and Balanced Weeknight Meal

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A bold and flavorful weeknight dish featuring spicy glazed chicken paired with refreshing stir-fried cucumbers and scallions. This quick and balanced meal brings heat, sweetness, and crunch together in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 large cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced
  • 4 scallions, sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • Cooked rice (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger to create the glaze.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
  4. Pour the glaze over the chicken and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  5. Remove the glazed chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  6. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet.
  7. Stir-fry the cucumber slices and scallions for 2–3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
  8. Return the chicken to the pan and toss to combine with the vegetables.
  9. Serve hot over rice and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust the heat by using more or less sriracha based on preference.
  • English or Persian cucumbers work best due to their thin skins.
  • Stir-frying cucumbers keeps them crunchy while absorbing flavor.
  • Can be made ahead and reheated for meal prep.

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