Chicken Honey Chili Recipe
Chicken Honey Chili is a mouthwatering Indo-Chinese fusion dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the fiery kick of chili peppers. This recipe features marinated chicken pieces cooked to perfection and coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy sauce. It's a delightful and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a burst of exciting flavors. Give it a try in your own kitchen and savor the deliciousness of Chicken Honey Chili!
Ingredients
- 500 g boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg beaten
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- When ready to cook, heat enough oil in a large frying pan or wok to cover the bottom of the pan by about 1/2 inch.
- Dip the chicken pieces in the beaten egg, then dredge in the cornstarch.
- Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, chili sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, and water.
- Return the chicken to the pan and pour the sauce over top.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is coated in the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds.