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Crispy Sticky Honey Chicken

Crispy Sticky Honey Chicken

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup neutral frying oil
  • ½ cup honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar optional
  • ½ tsp chili flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Toss in cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Heat oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per batch. Drain on a paper towel.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and vinegar if using. Simmer gently until slightly thickened, stirring often.
  4. Add chili flakes for spice if desired.
  5. Toss fried chicken in the warm sauce until evenly coated.
  6. Serve immediately with rice, noodles, or fresh greens.