Description
This Asian-style Honey Chicken recipe features tender chicken pieces coated in a lightly crispy cornstarch layer and glazed with a sweet and savory honey sauce. Quick to prepare and cook, it’s perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner served with rice or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2.5 tablespoons cornstarch
Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Cooking Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil, plus more as needed
Garnish (optional)
- Chopped scallions, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-size pieces. Place them into a bowl and sprinkle the cornstarch over the chicken. Toss until all pieces are evenly coated, which will help achieve a slight crispiness during cooking.
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine honey, chicken broth, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth and well blended.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Cook the chicken pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, allowing about 3 to 5 minutes per side until they are browned and slightly crispy. Use tongs to turn pieces and ensure even browning. Add more oil if needed for the second batch. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Remove the skillet from heat before pouring in the prepared sauce. Scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits. Return the chicken pieces to the skillet and stir to coat them in the sauce.
- Simmer to Finish: Place the skillet back on medium heat. Let the chicken cook in the sauce for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken is fully cooked through. Spoon some sauce over the chicken to ensure it is well glazed.
- Serve: Serve the honey chicken immediately, garnished with chopped scallions if desired. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or vegetables.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken; this ensures proper browning.
- If the chicken sticks to the pan, wait a little longer before turning as it will release when properly seared.
- You can substitute olive oil with vegetable or canola oil depending on your preference.
- Adjust the sweetness and tanginess by modifying the honey and vinegar amounts to taste.
- Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
