Laura Mariano
Crispy Honey Chicken
Crispy Honey Chicken is a delicious dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy batter and tossed in a sweet and savory honey sauce. It’s a perfect blend of crunchy texture and rich flavors, making it a crowd favorite.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup (65g) cornstarch
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) water (adjust as needed for batter consistency)
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Honey Sauce:
- 1/4 cup (85g) honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or white vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for thickening)
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Gradually add water to form a batter (it should be thick enough to coat the chicken evenly).
- Toss the chicken pieces in the batter, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Fry the Chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy (about 5-7 minutes per batch).
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Make the Honey Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil (if using), garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
- Toss the Chicken:
- Once the chicken is fried, toss the crispy chicken pieces in the honey sauce until well coated.
- Serve:
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve over steamed rice or noodles.
Enjoy!
This Crispy Honey Chicken is the perfect combination of sweetness and crunch, with a light, sticky honey glaze that will have everyone asking for seconds.
