Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken
Crispy honey garlic chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. With its golden, crunchy exterior and a luscious honey garlic glaze, this recipe is sure to impress at any family dinner or gathering. Quick and easy to prepare, it transforms simple ingredients into a delightful meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 cup cornstarch (for dredging)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and ground ginger to create the marinade.
- Toss the chicken in the marinade until well coated; let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Lightly coat each marinated piece in cornstarch.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
- In a separate saucepan, simmer the reserved marinade until thickened (5-10 minutes) and drizzle over the cooked chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (about 120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding spices like paprika or chili flakes to the marinade. - You can substitute chicken thighs for added juiciness or use tofu for a vegetarian option. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.