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Crispy, sticky, and messy, in the best way. Sticky Maple Garlic Chicken is what comfort food dreams are made of.
This Sticky Maple Garlic Chicken is flavorful and a little bit of chaos. Back when I was moving houses and my pantry was practically empty, this dish was born from a mix of leftovers and sheer determination. Funny how some of the best meals come from moments like that, right?
Sticky Maple Syrup Garlic Chicken
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings depending on size
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Easy
Description
Sticky Maple Garlic Chicken: Proof you don’t need a full pantry to create magic.
Ingredients
Sticky Maple Garlic Chicken
- 6 chicken thighs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup flour (or Panko crumbs—see note below)
Sauce:
- 5 ml soy sauce
- 5 ml maple syrup
- 5–10 ml minced garlic (store-bought is fine!)
- 25 ml Teriyaki marinade/sauce
- ~50 ml treacle brown sugar
- 5 ml ginger paste
- 125 ml sweet and sour chili sauce
- 1/4 onion, thinly sliced
- 10 ml white sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a baking dish and set it aside.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and whatever spices you’re in the mood for. Don’t overthink it, just go with your favorites.
- Beat the eggs in a shallow bowl.
- Dip each chicken piece into the eggs, then coat it in flour (or Panko, if you’ve got it handy). Use your hands to press the coating on so it sticks.
- Lay the chicken in the oiled dish and pop it in the oven for about 15–20 minutes. You want them golden and crispy.
- While the chicken’s cooking, mix up the sauce. Throw everything into a saucepan, bring it to a boil, then let it simmer. Keep stirring until it thickens into a glossy, sticky masterpiece.
- When the chicken is ready, pour that sauce over it.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for a little crunch and pop the dish back in the oven for another 5 minutes.
- Serve it up hot and enjoy. This dish is messy, sweet, garlicky perfection, you won’t want to share.
Note:
I used plain flour because it’s what I had, but next time, I’m sticking with Panko. It’s lighter, crispier, and just better all around.
Equipment
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Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Esme from SA Tasty Recipes, Saffas Daily Recipes, and EsmeSalon Homemade Recipes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
- Calories: 728
- Sugar: 31.6 g
- Sodium: 1194.2 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 69.4 g
- Fiber: 2.2 g
- Protein: 70.3 g
- Cholesterol: 404.1 mg
Why I Love This Sticky Maple Syrup Garlic Chicken:
I came up with it during a hectic move when my pantry was running on fumes. It’s proof that even random leftovers can turn into something unforgettable. If you’re into bold flavors and comfort food with a twist, you’ve got to try this.
It’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and sticky, a combination that makes every bite unforgettable. Plus, it’s super easy to throw together, even if you’re short on time or ingredients. You don’t need to be a pro chef to whip this up, but you’ll feel like one when you taste it.
Oh, and let’s talk benefits: chicken thighs are juicy and packed with protein, the maple syrup brings a natural sweetness, and the garlic… well, it’s garlic. Enough said. This dish is comfort food at its finest, and it’s guaranteed to make your kitchen smell amazing.
So, grab your apron and get ready to impress yourself. Whether you’re cooking for your family, friends, or just treating yourself (you deserve it), this Sticky Maple Garlic Chicken is a winner.
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Esme, this sounds delicious! I recently made honey garlic sesame chicken, and it turned out wonderfully. I bet this recipe is full of flavor! Thank you for sharing it with us at The Crazy Little Lovebirds link party. I hope you can join us this Friday through Tuesday. 🙂
Hi Steph. Thank you for your kind words. We do love maple syrup and never use honey. I always substitute honey in any recipe for maple syrup. Hope you will give this a go and for sure I will be there on Friday. Thanks for hosting
This sticky maple syrup garlic chicken looks like pure perfection! Sweet and savory is always a winning combo. Thank you for sharing and for joining Fiesta Friday Party!
Morning Jhuls, thanks, we love chicken, and when you add maple syrup and garlic to it, it’s supreme. Have made it numerous times and love it. Hope you will try and enjoy it.
I initially thought ‘yuck’ but I guess it’s like caramalised pork hock, which is delicious…..so I guess I’m a yum!
Hi Lydia. Maybe give it a try and hope you will enjoy it.
Hi, Esme. This recipe sounds very delicious. Pinned.
Have a wonderful week ahead.
Take care and best wishes.
Thank you for the pin, appreciated. Enjoy should you make it.
That sounds delicious!
Thanks, Joanne, I am biased, but think it’s superb and very delicious. Hope you try it
This recipe sounds so yummy! I love a good sauce on chicken.
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Thanks Kathrine, I hope you do try it out, we love chicken and this maple garlic syrup is awesome. Enjoy it