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Plate of Crispy Chinese Honey Chicken garnished with sesame seeds

Crispy Chinese Honey Chicken

Savor the sweet crunch of Crispy Chinese Honey Chicken, a delightful dish that combines crispy textures with a honey-soaked sweetness for the perfect family dinner or casual gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces Choose fresh, high-quality chicken for tenderness.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Omit for a milder version.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika Omit for a milder version.
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch Key ingredient for achieving crunch.
For the Honey Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey Opt for raw honey for richer flavor.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Low-sodium is a great alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Garnishes
  • to taste sesame seeds For garnish.
  • to taste chopped green onions For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg. Place the cornstarch in another dish.
  4. Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture, then into the beaten egg, and finally coat with cornstarch. Set aside on a plate.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil, cooking until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Fry in batches if necessary.
  3. Remove the chicken from the oil and let it drain on paper towels.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. Heat over low flame until warm.
Finishing Touch
  1. Once all chicken pieces are fried, place them in a large bowl and pour the honey sauce over them. Toss to coat evenly.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

For extra crispiness, consider double frying the chicken. A splash of crushed red pepper flakes can add spice to the honey sauce.