Southern Sticky Chicken Pressure Cooker Recipe
Southern Sticky Chicken is rich with sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors, cooked to perfection in a pressure cooker or oven for that iconic tender finish and shiny glaze you’ll love.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
- 1 Oven-safe skillet such as cast iron
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- ⅓ cup Honey sweet to balance that tangy kick
- ⅓ cup Ketchup for a thick, rich base
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce adds salty depth
- 1 tablespoon Hot sauce to bring a little southern heat
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce for umami goodness
- 1 teaspoon Paprika for a smoky touch
- 2 cloves Garlic minced, fresh and bold
- 8 Chicken legs or thighs bone-in, skin-on, your choice (or a mix!)
- Vegetable oil for searing
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Whisk together honey, ketchup, soy sauce, hot sauce, Worcestershire, paprika, and minced garlic in a bowl to create your sauce.
- Heat a bit of vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, and sear skin side down until golden brown, 4-5 minutes per side.
- Pour sauce over the chicken to coat every piece well.
- Place skillet in preheated oven. Bake for 25–30 minutes, basting once or twice for stickiness and shine.
- Remove chicken from oven and let rest a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Notes
Use skin-on chicken for best glaze adhesion. Marinate longer for deeper flavor, or shortcut with 4-hour minimum marination. For crisp skin reheat, use skillet, not microwave.