Description
Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken is a delicious and savory dish that combines the perfect blend of sweetness and savory goodness. The crispy, golden-brown chicken is coated in a rich, sticky honey garlic sauce, making it irresistible.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
¾ cup cold water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and cold water together.
- Dip the chicken pieces into the wet mixture, then coat them evenly in the dry flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the chicken from the oil and set it aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- For the honey garlic sauce: In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, and rice vinegar. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. Continue to cook for another minute until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Toss the crispy chicken in the honey garlic sauce, coating each piece evenly.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken: Add red pepper flakes or a bit of sriracha to the honey garlic sauce for a spicy kick.
- Vegetarian Option: Use crispy tofu or plant-based chicken instead of regular chicken for a vegetarian version.
- Add Vegetables: Toss in some vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or broccoli for added texture and flavor.
- Gluten-Free: Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and use a gluten-free soy sauce.
- To keep the chicken crispy, ensure the oil is hot enough before frying and drain the chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
