Try this quick recipe for honey and garlic chicken, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crunch)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Coat: Dredge each piece in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs (optional) or just flour/cornstarch for a lighter coating.
  3. Fry: Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, ketchup, and vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in cornstarch slurry if you want it thicker, and cook until the sauce slightly thickens.
  5. Combine: Toss the crispy chicken bites in the warm honey garlic sauce until well coated.
  6. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if you like. Serve hot over rice or with a side of veggies.

Let me know if you’d like a baked or air-fryer version too! 🍯✨

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