Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken
A delicious and flavorful dish that combines crispy fried chicken with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 frying pan or deep fryer
- 1 tongs
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon green onions chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs. Dip the chicken pieces into the egg, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well covered. Set aside.
- In a frying pan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F or 175°C).
- Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Use tongs to turn them halfway through for even cooking.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken pieces and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to drain any excess oil.
- In a separate saucepan, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the crispy chicken pieces, tossing gently to coat each piece evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions on top.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken pieces in soy sauce and a bit of sesame oil for 30 minutes before coating. You can adjust the amount of garlic and honey to suit your taste preference. This dish pairs well with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.