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Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

If you’re craving crispy, sticky, and flavor-packed chicken, this Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken is the recipe for you. Tender chicken pieces are fried to golden perfection and coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce that’s utterly addictive. This dish is perfect for family dinners, date nights, or whenever you want to bring restaurant-quality Chinese flavors to your table.
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Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Tongs
  • - Paper towels (for draining)

Ingredients
  

  • #### Chicken
  • - 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • - 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • - 2 large eggs beaten
  • - 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • - 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • #### Honey Garlic Sauce
  • - 1/3 cup honey
  • - 2 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • - 1/4 cup water
  • - 3 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • - 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water slurry for thickening
  • #### Garnish
  • - Sesame seeds
  • - Chopped green onions

Instructions
 

  • **Prepare the chicken**
  • Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Place the cornstarch in a shallow bowl and the beaten eggs in another bowl. Dredge the chicken in cornstarch, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs.
  • **Fry the chicken**
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  • **Make the honey garlic sauce**
  • In a separate skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • **Thicken the sauce**
  • Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  • **Coat the chicken**
  • Add the fried chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the chicken evenly in the honey garlic sauce.
  • **Serve**
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately over steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetables.