Chinese Honey Chicken – Chicken Stirfry Easy Recipe
This Chinese Honey Chicken is the perfect balance of crispy and sweet! Coated in a golden batter and tossed in a luscious honey sauce, it’s a must-try for dinner lovers. If you're craving chicken stirfry easy recipe ideas, this is a delicious winner. Also great if you’re searching for quick easy healthy recipes, Healthy Thanksgiving alternatives, or protein-packed meals like egg muffin cups and Fajitas Bowls. Inspired by interesting food trends, even Blackstone Chicken Fajita Quesadillas fans will love it!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed for consistency)
- Oil for deep frying
For the Honey Sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ginger powder
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water (slurry)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together egg, cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and water to create a batter.
- Dip each chicken piece into the batter, coating well.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy.
- Drain the fried chicken on a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Toss the crispy chicken pieces in the honey sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve hot with rice or steamed veggies.