Maple chicken (modified honey chicken)

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• ¼ cup coconut aminos
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons garlic infused olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into ½-inch strips
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon corn starch
• 1/4 cup water

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix together brown sugar, maple syrup,  coconut aminos, ginger, garlic infused oil and cayenne  pepper in a small bowl.
2. Lightly salt and pepper the chicken strips.
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken strips; brown chicken on both sides, about 1 minute per side. Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir to combine. Blend roux of water and corn starch and add as thickening.  Simmer uncovered until the sauce thickens, 8 to 10 minutes. 
4. Toss with the cooked broccoli, if desired, or serve the broccoli on the side.
5. Serve over rice. Top with sesame seeds and sliced green onion.

NOTES

Adjust hot sauce to taste and desired spice level or omit for no spice.

Try this with steamed broccoli.