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Deliciously Crispy Honey Chili Chicken Recipe

Golden crispy chicken bites tossed in a sweet and spicy honey chili sauce for the perfect homemade Asian-inspired dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs cut into pieces
  • 1 cup flour
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs beaten
Sauce
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger grated

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan or pot
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Prepare flour and egg coating stations.
  2. Coat chicken pieces and fry until golden.
  3. Fry a second time for extra crispiness.
  4. Simmer sauce ingredients until slightly thickened.
  5. Toss crispy chicken in warm honey chili sauce.
  6. Garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

Double frying ensures maximum crispiness.