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Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

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Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring bite-sized marinated chicken thighs coated in cornstarch and pan-fried until golden and crispy. Tossed in a deliciously sticky honey garlic sauce with sweet chili and soy sauce, this dish is perfect served over hibachi-style rice and garnished with sesame seeds and scallions for a restaurant-quality meal at home.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Marinade

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Coating & Frying

  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil, for frying

Sauce

  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce (Mae Ploy recommended)
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 10 cloves garlic, chopped (not minced)

Serving Suggestions

  • Hibachi-style rice
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Chopped scallions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season & Marinate Chicken: In a large resealable plastic bag, combine chicken pieces with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and sesame oil. Seal the bag and shake to coat the chicken evenly. Refrigerate to marinate for at least 1 hour or up to 1 day for optimal flavor infusion.
  2. Add Cornstarch & Rest Chicken: Just before cooking, add cornstarch to the marinated chicken in the bag. Shake well to ensure a thorough coating. Set the cornstarch-coated chicken aside for 20 minutes at room temperature to achieve a crispier fry.
  3. Brown Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, add chicken pieces to the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove browned chicken with a slotted utensil to a plate. Add more oil between batches as needed and repeat until all chicken is browned. Return all chicken to the skillet.
  4. Build the Honey Garlic Chicken Sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add honey, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and chopped garlic to the skillet with the browned chicken. Stir thoroughly using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Let the sauce simmer for 4-5 minutes until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
  5. Serve: Serve the honey garlic chicken immediately over hibachi-style rice or your choice of side like jasmine rice, vegetables, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions for an extra burst of flavor and presentation. Enjoy your delicious homemade crispy honey garlic chicken!

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken for longer enhances the depth of flavor, but at least 1 hour is sufficient for good taste.
  • Letting the cornstarch-coated chicken rest before frying improves the crispiness of the chicken’s exterior.
  • Use a nonstick skillet to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.
  • Working in batches when frying prevents the chicken from steaming and losing its crispiness.
  • Adjust honey or sweet chili sauce according to your preferred sweetness or spice level.
  • Serve immediately to maintain the chicken’s crisp texture.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/crispy-honey-garlic-chicken-recipe/