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Crispy Honey Chicken (Crispy!)

Crispy Honey Chicken is crispy and sticky, golden-fried chicken pieces covered in a sweet honey glaze. Crispy sweet and savory kick, an irresistible crowd-pleaser!
5 from 16 votes
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Course: Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: asian, Chinese
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 262kcal
Author: Imsen

INGREDIENTS

For the Chicken:

  • 450 g 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, chopped into bite sized pieces
  • 1 cup 240ml buttermilk
  • 1 cup 125g AP flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika optional, for added flavor
  • ½ teaspoon  cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Honey Sauce:

  • ⅓ cup 80ml honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for an extra depth of flavor, optional
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½  teaspoon grated ginger optional
  • ½ teaspoon  red pepper flakes optional for heat
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 teaspoons water for thickening the sauce

For Garnish (Optional):

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Prepare the Chicken – Dice boneless chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, or favorite spices.
  • Make the Coating — In a bowl, mix together flour, additional spices for flavor, and buttermilk to make a light batter.
  • Coat the Chicken – Dredge each piece of chicken in the buttermilk mixture, then in seasoned flour to coat fully.
  • Fry Until Golden – Pour oil in pan and fry up chicken pieces in batches until skin is crispy and golden brown, draining on paper towel.
  • Make the Honey Sauce — In a saucepan, stir together honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, and a bit of cornstarch slurry, then bring to a simmer until it thickens and becomes glossy.
  • Toss the Chicken — Add the crispy chicken to the sauce and toss gently until every piece is coated evenly.
  • Garnish & Serve – Top with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added flavor and crunch.
  • Enjoy! – Serve warm with rice, noodles, or veggies and enjoy every crispy, sweet and savory bite!

NUTRITION

Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 284mg | Potassium: 191mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 235IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 2mg
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