Description
Discover the irresistible taste of Chinese Honey Chicken, a delightful dish that perfectly balances crispy fried chicken with a luscious honey sauce. This recipe features tender chicken pieces coated in a light batter and tossed in a sweet and savory sauce, making it an instant favorite for family dinners or special occasions. With its creamy texture and satisfying crunch, this dish is easy to prepare and ready in just 20 minutes, ensuring everyone at your table will be asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 4 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup cornstarch or Mochiko Sweet Rice Flour
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites until foamy. Mix in cornstarch and water until combined. Fold in chicken pieces to coat.
- Heat three inches of vegetable oil in a large pot to 350°F. Fry chicken in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- In another bowl, combine mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk to create the sauce.
- Toss fried chicken in the honey sauce just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg