Easy Honey Garlic Chicken – tastes just like “mall food”! This crispy, saucy chicken is a go-to meal for any night, with a balance of savoury garlic and sweet honey. Pair it with rice or veggies for a complete meal that the whole family will love!
Ingredients (1 Serving):
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken, cubed Salt, to taste
- ½ tsp white pepper
- 1 egg white
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
For the Flour Dredge:
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp white pepper
- Avocado oil spray
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 5-7 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ¼ cup water + 1 tsp cornstarch (slurry)
Instructions:
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
- Combine the chicken with salt, white pepper, egg white, soy sauce, cornstarch, and water.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2️⃣ Coat and Bake
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, and white pepper.
- Dredge the marinated chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet, spray lightly with avocado oil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
3️⃣ Prepare the Sauce
- While the chicken bakes, melt butter in a pan over low heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce, honey, and brown sugar.
- Mix the cornstarch slurry and add it to the sauce, stirring until it thickens.
4️⃣ Toss and Serve
- Once the chicken is golden brown, toss it in the honey garlic sauce until fully coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve hot with rice or vegetables and enjoy!
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This Honey Garlic Chicken is a delicious balance of crispy and sticky, making it a perfect comfort meal. The combination of garlic, soy sauce, and honey creates a flavour-packed dish that’s sure to be a favourite. Whether you’re making this for a weeknight dinner or meal prepping for the week, this recipe delivers big on taste with minimal effort!
