Description
This easy crispy honey chilli chicken is a sticky, sweet, and spicy dish that mimics the bold flavors of Chinese takeout, ready in just 30 minutes with everyday ingredients.
Ingredients
500g chicken breast or thigh pieces
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, freshly minced or 1 tsp garlic paste
1 egg white
1/2 cup cornstarch (or plain flour)
Neutral oil for frying
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp chilli sauce (Sriracha or sweet chilli sauce)
1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
Optional: 1 tbsp ketchup
Optional: chopped spring onions
Optional: sesame seeds
Optional: fresh chilli slices
Instructions
- In a bowl, marinate the chicken with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and white pepper if using. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
- Whip the egg white and coat the marinated chicken in it. Dredge each piece in cornstarch until dry-looking.
- Deep-fry the chicken in neutral oil at medium-high heat until light golden. Remove, then fry again briefly for extra crispiness. Alternatively, air-fry at 400°F for about 10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- In a pan, mix and heat honey, chilli sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar or lime juice, and a bit of garlic until slightly thickened.
- Sauté garlic in a little oil, pour in the sauce, then add the crispy chicken. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Garnish with spring onions, sesame seeds, and fresh chilli slices. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Use tofu as a protein alternative for a vegetarian option.
- Adjust chilli sauce to control the spice level.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or green beans for extra crunch.
- Reheat leftovers in a pan or oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying or Air-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
