Crispy Honey Chicken: Sweet, Savory & Seriously Addictive

This crispy honey chicken features golden-fried chicken tossed in a glossy, sweet-savory honey sauce. It’s crunchy, sticky, and perfect served over steamed rice or noodles for a comforting weeknight dinner or a weekend treat.

🍴 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Chicken:

1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup cornstarch
2 large eggs, beaten
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Honey Sauce:

½ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Optional: red pepper flakes for a spicy kick

For Garnish:

Sliced green onions
Sesame seeds

🔥 Instructions

Prep the Chicken:
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dip each piece into beaten egg, then coat generously with cornstarch, pressing to adhere. Set aside on a plate.

Fry Until Golden:
In a deep skillet or wok, heat about 1½ inches of oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches until crispy and golden brown, about 5–6 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.

Make the Honey Sauce:
In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened and glossy, about 2–3 minutes.

Toss It All Together:
Add crispy chicken to a large bowl. Pour the warm sauce over and gently toss to coat every piece.

Garnish and Serve:
Top with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve over jasmine rice or noodles and enjoy the sweet crunch!

📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Crispy Honey Chicken

🍯 Non-Stick Wok or Deep Frying Pan — Ideal for frying chicken to crispy perfection and tossing in sauce.
🥢 Asian-Style Serving Bowls — Beautiful presentation for your takeout-style feast at home.
🧄 Garlic Press — Quickly mince fresh garlic to add depth to your sauce.
🥄 Stainless Steel Slotted Spoon — A must-have for scooping out fried chicken with ease.
🍚 Jasmine Rice — Fragrant and fluffy rice that pairs perfectly with the sticky chicken.

💡 Helpful Tip: For the crispiest results, don’t overcrowd the pan when frying. Work in batches and keep the oil hot for a consistent golden crunch!