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The delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors in Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken makes it a standout dish in any home-cooked meal. This recipe melds tender chicken pieces with a delicious honey garlic sauce, providing an irresistible crunch and sticky goodness. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch, perfectly offset by the rich, sweet, and slightly tangy sauce that envelops the chicken. This dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also fills the kitchen with a mouthwatering aroma that beckons everyone to the dinner table.
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Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

This dish features bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in a crispy batter and tossed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. It's a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Keyword Asian, chicken, crispy, garlic, honey, main course
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 400kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup pure honey
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
  • Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, ensuring thorough coating.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels.
  • In a separate saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and rice vinegar. Heat until thickened.
  • Add the crispy chicken to the saucepan and toss until evenly coated.
  • Remove from heat and let sit for a couple of minutes to absorb flavors.
  • Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding sesame seeds as a garnish.