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Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey Garlic Chicken is a dish featuring tender chicken pieces that are double-dipped in cornstarch and fried until crispy. The chicken is then coated with a sticky, glossy honey and garlic sauce that enriches the crispy exterior with a sweet and savory glaze. The final dish presents a satisfying contrast of crunchy and tender textures with an appealing shiny appearance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • optional sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl and sprinkle with cornstarch. Toss to evenly coat each piece, creating a light, powdery layer that will crispen during frying.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot enough for frying. Once hot, carefully add the coated chicken in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan.
  3. Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to flip the pieces as they develop a crunchy exterior; remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, filling the kitchen with a spicy aroma.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and soy sauce to create a sticky glaze. Pour this mixture into the skillet with garlic, stirring until the sauce begins to bubble and thicken slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add the crispy chicken back into the skillet, tossing carefully to coat each piece thoroughly with the glossy honey garlic sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to cling beautifully to the chicken.
  7. Transfer the sauced chicken to a serving plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added flavor and visual appeal.
  8. Serve immediately, enjoying the crispy exterior contrasted by the tender, flavorful interior coated with a sticky, sweet-savory glaze.

Notes

For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken in cornstarch before frying. Adjust honey and soy sauce quantities for sweeter or saltier flavor profiles.