Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken
Crispy Chinese honey garlic chicken is a golden-brown, flavorful dish with a crunchy cornstarch coating and sweet garlic-honey-soy glaze. Perfect for a satisfying and aromatic meal ideal for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Frying & Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian-American fusion
- Diet: Halal-friendly
Ingredients
500g Chicken breast (cubed)
1 Whole egg (room temperature)
1/4 cup Cornstarch
Vegetable oil (for frying)
1/4 cup Honey (locally sourced raw)
3 Garlic cloves (minced)
2 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce (80% reduction sodium)
1 tbsp Ketchup (Smirnoff Select recommended)
1 tsp Light sesame oil (not toasted)
Instructions
In a large bowl, add the cubed chicken and beat in the whole egg until fully coated.
Add the cornstarch to another bowl and dredge the egg-coated chicken cubes until fully coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok to 325°F (160°C). Add the chicken in a single layer and shallow-fry, agitating constantly, until golden and crisp. Drain on wire racks.
While the chicken fries, prepare the glaze by combining the honey, garlic, soy sauce, ketchup, and sesame oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, without reducing too much.
Return the crispy chicken to the pan with the glaze. Toss gently until each piece is evenly coated.
Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm.
Notes
Ensure you maintain a frying temperature of 325°F (160°C) to avoid burning the cornstarch coating.
Use cornstarch for a crispier texture; if corn-allergied, substitute with potato starch.
For a halal-friendly dish, use certified halal chicken and oil.
Sesame oil adds aromatic depth—do not use toasted sesame oil for this recipe.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Find it online: https://kindeat.com/crispy-chinese-honey-garlic-chicken-recipe/