Honey Chili Chicken

Get ready to savor the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with this irresistible Honey Chili Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, golden-fried chicken bites coated in a luscious glaze made from honey, soy sauce, and a kick of chili flakes, this dish is a flavor-packed delight ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Infused with the warmth of garlic and ginger, and topped with fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds, every bite delivers a satisfying combination of crispy textures and bold, tangy heat. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes and perfect for serving alongside steamed rice or noodles, this Asian-inspired favorite combines easy cooking techniques with a restaurant-quality finish. Whether you're a honey chili lover or a fan of crispy chicken recipes, this dish is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1 cup Water
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes, and season them with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg and add 3 tablespoons of cornstarch. Coat the chicken pieces in this batter.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 4

Chop the garlic finely and mince the ginger. Slice the green onions and separate the white parts from the green parts.

Step 5

In the same pan, remove excess oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon, and sauté garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add red chili flakes, soy sauce, honey, ketchup, and water to the pan. Stir well to combine the ingredients and let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Return the fried chicken pieces to the pan and toss them in the sauce until evenly coated. Allow to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes for the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and garnish with the green onion slices (green parts) and sesame seeds.

Step 9

Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1220.4 grams (1220.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2990

Total Fat 236.80g	304%
Saturated Fat 36.50g	183%
Polyunsaturated Fat 139.60g
Cholesterol 650mg	217%
Sodium 4227mg	184%
Total Carbohydrate 90.70g	33%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 58.10g
Protein 152.00g	304%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 170mg	13%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1812mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.7%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 11.7%