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Crispy Honey Chicken

Crispy Honey Chicken

A delicious and easy recipe for crispy honey chicken that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It features a sweet and sticky glaze that coats perfectly fried chicken pieces.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable oil for frying

For the Honey Sauce

  • 0.5 cup Honey
  • 0.25 cup Soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Green onions chopped

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
  • Dredge the chicken pieces first in the beaten eggs, then in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Shake off any excess.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove chicken from skillet and drain on paper towels.
  • While the chicken is frying or draining, prepare the honey sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Return the fried chicken to the skillet with the thickened honey sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

This crispy honey chicken is best served hot. It can be a main dish or a appetizer. Consider serving with steamed rice and a side of steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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