Honey Garlic Chicken Breast, a sweet and savory Chinese dish, is easily made with chicken breast or thighs, honey, garlic, and soy sauce. This homemade meal, bursting with flavor, is perfect for lunch or dinner and comes together in under 30 minutes.
Take a wide tray and combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, chili powder, ginger powder, garlic powder, pepper powder, and salt. Stir these ingredients until they are well mixed.
Evenly coat each chicken breast piece in the flour mixture. Be sure to shake off any excess flour before coating the next piece.
To Fry the Chicken
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the flour-coated chicken breasts for 3 to 5 minutes.
Flip the chicken and continue frying for an additional 5 minutes, or until they turn a golden brown color.
Once fried, remove the chicken breasts from the pan and set them aside for later use.
To make Honey Garlic Chicken
Using the same pan and remaining oil, sauté the minced garlic until it becomes aromatic.
Stir in soy sauce, chili flakes, vinegar, honey, and a pinch of salt, mixing everything well.
Pour in 3 tablespoons of water, stirring thoroughly. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the previously fried chicken breasts into this honey garlic sauce, ensuring they are well coated.
Lower the heat and let it simmer until the sauce thickens to your liking.
Finish by sprinkling sesame seeds over the chicken. Once done, take it off the heat. Your delicious Honey Garlic Chicken is now ready to savor and enjoy.
To Serve
Enjoy this sweet and savory Honey Garlic Chicken with rice, roasted broccoli, roasted green beans, or your preferred sides for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Notes
Helpful Tips for Perfect Honey Garlic Chicken Breast:
Chicken Options: While I've chosen chicken breast, feel free to swap in boneless chicken thighs for a different twist.
Cooking Methods: Whether you prefer pan-frying, baking, or air-frying, this recipe adapts easily to your cooking style.
Baking Instructions: For baking, cook the flour-coated chicken at 450°F for about 15-18 minutes. Aim for an internal temperature of 165°F for perfectly cooked chicken.
Air Fryer Method: If using an air fryer, cook the chicken at 360°F for 15-20 minutes for a crispy finish.
Perfecting the Sauce: The secret to a great sauce lies in gently sautéing the garlic, then combining it with soy sauce, honey, and vinegar to create a unique and flavorful coating.