Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken

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C. Motter Cindy

Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken

A comforting and easy-to-make dish that brings warmth and vibrant flavors to your home.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1.5 pounds Chicken boneless, skinless thighs or breasts, chopped into bite-sized pieces
0.5 cup Cornstarch
2 large Eggs lightly beaten
6-8 cloves Garlic fresh, minced
1/3 cup Honey raw or pure clover honey
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce low sodium
1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
1 teaspoon Sesame Oil toasted
1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger freshly grated
0.25 cup Frying Oil high smoke point, such as avocado, peanut, or vegetable oil
Garnish sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds

Equipment

Large skillet,
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
paper towels.
Wire rack

Method

Prep the Meat

Set Up the Dredging Station

Heat the Oil

Pan Fry to Crispy Perfection

Whisk the Honey Garlic Sauce

Aromatize the Garlic

Simmer and Thicken

Toss and Serve

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15g

Notes

For extra crunch, double fry the chicken pieces once for 3 minutes, let them rest on a rack, and flash fry them again in hot oil for 60 seconds right before tossing with sauce. For a lighter variation, use an air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 to 14 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.

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