🍗 Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken 🍯🧄 — Sweet, Crunchy & Totally Addictive!
Craving that crispy, sticky, sweet, and garlicky chicken you love from takeout? ✅️ This Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken is everything you want — golden, crunchy chicken bites coated in a glossy honey garlic glaze that’s sweet, savory, and absolutely irresistible. Perfect for weeknights, family dinners, or impressing guests. 🔹️
◾️ Ingredients
🔹️ For the Chicken
- ➡️ 1 lb (500g) boneless chicken thighs or breasts — juicy, tender, and perfect for frying.
- ➡️ ½ cup cornstarch — gives that signature light and crispy coating.
- ➡️ 2 large eggs, beaten 🥚 — helps the coating stick to the chicken.
- ➡️ Salt & black pepper, to taste — simple seasoning for bold flavor.
- ➡️ Oil for frying — use vegetable or canola oil for a clean, crisp fry.
🔹️ For the Honey Garlic Sauce
- ➡️ 3 tbsp honey 🍯 — adds sweetness and shine.
- ➡️ 2 tbsp soy sauce — gives that deep umami flavor.
- ➡️ 2 tbsp ketchup 🍅 — adds tanginess and color.
- ➡️ 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄 — brings that rich, aromatic punch.
- ➡️ 1 tbsp vinegar — balances the sweetness perfectly.
- ➡️ 1 tsp red chili flakes (optional) 🌶️ — adds a little kick.
◾️ Instructions
- 👉 1. Prep the Chicken — Pat the chicken pieces dry and season with salt and pepper. ✅️
- 👉 2. Coat for Crispiness — Dip each piece in cornstarch ➡️ beaten egg ➡️ back into cornstarch. This double coating guarantees a super-crispy shell. 🔹️
- 👉 3. Fry the Chicken — Heat oil to 340–360°F (170–180°C). Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 4–6 minutes). Drain on paper towels. ✅️
- 👉 4. Make the Sauce — In a clean pan, combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, vinegar, and chili flakes. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thick and glossy. 🔹️
- 👉 5. Combine & Coat — Add the fried chicken to the sauce ➡️ toss until every piece is perfectly coated in that sticky, sweet glaze.
- 👉 6. Garnish & Serve — Top with sesame seeds or chopped parsley for that final restaurant-style touch. ✅️
◾️ Pro Tips
- 🔹️ Use cornstarch instead of flour — it makes the coating lighter and crispier.
- 🔹️ Want extra crunch? ➡️ Try double frying the chicken (fry once, rest, then fry again briefly).
- 🔹️ Keep your oil hot — too low and the chicken gets greasy; too hot and it may brown too fast.
- 🔹️ Taste the sauce before tossing — adjust honey or vinegar to balance flavors.
◾️ Serving Ideas
- ✅️ Serve over steamed jasmine rice or fried rice for a full meal.
- ✅️ Pair with stir-fried veggies or garlic noodles for extra flavor.
- ✅️ Drizzle extra sauce on top for that irresistible glossy finish.
◾️ Why You’ll Love It
- ➡️ Super crispy outside, juicy and tender inside.
- ➡️ Ready in just 30 minutes.
- ➡️ Made with simple, everyday ingredients.
- ➡️ Tastes better than takeout — fresh, flavorful, and satisfying!
