Description
Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken is the ultimate homemade takeout recipe for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken is fried to golden perfection and tossed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this flavorful dish is quick, easy, and sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Sauce:
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
3 tbsp rice vinegar or white vinegar
2 tsp sesame oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Garnish:
Sesame seeds
Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs, then coat in the cornstarch-flour mixture. Set aside.
- Fry the Chicken:
- Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Stir and simmer gently.
- Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Combine and Coat:
- Toss the crispy chicken with the honey garlic sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider double-frying the chicken pieces.
Adjust the sweetness or spice level in the sauce to suit your taste.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat for best results using an oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
