Honey Sriracha Marinade (for Chicken and More)
Developed and tested by Robyn Conley Downs
on Mar 28, 2022 (last updated Apr 3, 2026) 
This 5-ingredient honey sriracha marinade comes together in 5 minutes and works on just about everything, including chicken, wings, salmon, shrimp, and more. Sweet, spicy, and made with pantry staples, it’s the kind of sauce you’ll want to keep on hand all week.
5 star review
“Great “Chinese take-out” type sauce! I topped Barre chicken nuggets with it and served it over rice and veggies. Delicious!”
– Jill
Honey Sriracha Marinade for Grilling and More
I’m always looking for new easy sauce recipe to make at home and this honey sriracha sauce is my latest obsession! It’s got that addictive combination of sweet and spicy flavors goin’ on that makes you want to put it on anything (and everything), including chicken, shrimp, salmon, grain bowls, hot wings, meatballs and more. Plus it doubles as a delicious marinade and is one of my go-to’s for grilled chicken and shrimp.
Which, by the way, if you love using this marinade on fish, my honey lime fish tacos are another easy way to get big flavor on the table fast.
This is one of those sauces it instantly elevates any dish you pour it on and is a sure fire way to jazz up any leftovers you have to make them feel fresh & fun again. The vibrant color makes this an impressive (but surprisingly simple) sauce to serve for family & friends. It’ll be our little secret that it only took you 5 minutes and some basic pantry staples to make it. And for another bold sauce that works just as well on salmon, my pesto salmon is a weeknight staple worth having in the rotation.
Testing Tips for Sriracha Honey Dipping Sauce and Marinade
- Melted butter: I used traditional butter for this recipe but you can also use a plant-based butter for a dairy-free or vegan option.
- Honey: The flavor of honey works so well with the other flavors in this recipe. Make sure it’s a good runny honey so it combines will with the other ingredients.
- Tamari: Tamari is a gluten-free soy sauce, but I’ve tested this one with regular soy sauce and it works fine.
- Rice wine vinegar or lime juice: I used rice wine vinegar for this recipe but you can also use fresh lime juice in its place.
Honey Sriracha Marinade (for Chicken and More)
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup sriracha
- 1 tablespoon tamari
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Equipment
- Mason Jar optional
Instructions
Honey Sriracha Marinade
- Add melted butter, honey, sriracha, tamari, and lime juice to a mason jar or small bowl. Secure the lid, then shake vigorously until the sauce is well combined or whisk until combined.
- Taste and adjust flavors as desired. If you prefer a thicker consistency, like to use as a dipping sauce, heat the sauce in a saucepan over medium low heat until it reduces by half, stirring occasionally.
- Use immediately or store, covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow to come to room temperature before using.
Chicken Marinade
- Make the sauce and set aside a 2 tablespoons. Then, to a zip-top bag or shallow baking dish, add ¾ cup honey sriracha sauce to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts.
- Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Uncover and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken over medium heat, flipping halfway through, until the chicken thighs register 185F to 190F degrees or chicken breasts register 165F.
- Serve with additional sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- If your butter hardens when mixed with the other ingredients or upon storage, gently run the lidded jar under warm water until it melts, or microwave until it melts.
Great “Chinese take-out” type sauce! I topped Barre chicken nuggets with it and served it over rice and veggies. Delicious!
Jill, ohhhh, I love the idea of serving this sauce over barre nuggets, rice, and veggies. So smart! Thanks so much for the idea and for leaving a review. 🙂