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Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Chicken
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (optional, for thicker sauce)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
- In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken piece into beaten eggs, then coat with the flour mixture.
2. Fry the Chicken
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or pan over medium-high heat (about 350°F / 175°C).
- Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through (4–6 minutes).
- Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
3. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar.
- Cook over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Optional: Add cornstarch slurry to thicken and simmer 1–2 more minutes.
4. Combine Chicken and Sauce
- Toss fried chicken in the honey garlic sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.
Tips
- For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken (egg → flour → egg → flour).
- You can bake instead of fry: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, then toss with sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions for added flavor and presentation.
I can also give you:
- Air fryer honey garlic chicken
- Sticky honey garlic chicken wings
- Low-sugar / keto version
Do you want me to provide one of these variations?
