Description
Golden, crispy, and coated in a glossy honey garlic glaze, this dish is packed with bold flavor and comes together in under 30 minutes. A family favorite that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
For Garnish (Optional):
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions or chives
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cornstarch until well coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and cornstarch slurry.
- Remove excess oil from the pan, then pour in the sauce. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened.
- Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the glaze. Cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot.