Honey Chicken
Experience a burst of sweet and savory goodness with this Honey Chicken recipe. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a delicious honey glaze, creating a dish that’s perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. Whether served over rice, noodles, or tossed in salads, this versatile meal is sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade and coat well; let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds; serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast piece (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg