Crispy Honey Chilli Chicken
Flavorful, crispy, juicy chicken bites get tossed with a sweet and spicy, tangy, thick sauce and tender crisp vegetables for the perfect blend of flavors and crunch that everyone will love.
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
To fry chicken
- 2 lb chicken breasts cut into bite size pieces
- 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
To make sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds to garnish
- 2 tablespoons green onions chopped
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken pieces with a kitchen towel and set them aside.
- Prepare the breading station: In one bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and ground cumin. In another bowl, place the buttermilk. Set aside.
- Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture first, then dip them in the buttermilk, and then coat them again in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Shake off any excess flour. Repeat with the remaining chicken pieces.
- Meanwhile, heat a wok with oil for deep frying the chicken.
- Once the oil is heated, carefully add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are cooked through, crispy, and golden brown.
- Drain the oil and transfer the chicken to a bowl and set aside.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: In a skillet, add oil and garlic and fry for a minute. Add the bell peppers and snow peas. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine sesame oil, honey, water, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch slurry. Add this mixture to the skillet and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Transfer the fried crispy chicken to the skillet and toss everything until well combined.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Notes
- Cut Chicken Evenly: Make sure the chicken pieces are cut into even-sized chunks to ensure they cook evenly.
- Pat Chicken Dry: Before coating, pat the chicken dry to help the batter adhere better and create a crispier texture.
- Cook in Batches: If using a small pan, cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding, which can lead to steaming instead of frying.
- Thicken the Sauce: If the sauce is too thin, simmer it for a few extra minutes until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Fresh Ingredients Only: Use fresh minced garlic for the best flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 702kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1242mg | Potassium: 742mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 1814IU | Vitamin C: 54mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 5mg