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Chinese Honey Chicken Recipe

Chinese Honey Chicken Recipe

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5.1 from 28 reviews

Enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of this Chinese Honey Chicken recipe. Crispy fried chicken coated in a sticky honey glaze, it’s a perfect dish for a delicious dinner.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thin chunks
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 3/4 cup cornstarch or Mochiko Sweet Rice Flour
  • 1/3 cup water
  • vegetable oil for frying

For the Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites until foamy. Whisk in cornstarch and water, then fold in the chicken to coat.
  2. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a pot to 350°F. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
  3. Make the Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk in a bowl until smooth.
  4. Coat the Chicken: Toss the fried chicken in the sauce until evenly coated before serving.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less honey to suit your taste.
  • For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 385 kcal
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg