Description

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with this delicious Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken recipe. Crispy chicken bites coated in a sticky, flavorful sauce make for a satisfying Asian-inspired dish that is sure to impress.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 large eggs (beaten)
1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
1 tablespoon butter

For the Sauce:

1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Coat chicken with cornstarch, then dip in beaten egg.
Fry the Chicken: Fry in oil until golden brown, then set aside.
Make the Sauce: Cook garlic in butter, then add honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, sriracha, and pepper. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
Combine Chicken and Sauce: Toss cooked chicken in the sauce.
Serve: Enjoy hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for extra flavor.
Adjust spice level by modifying the amount of sriracha used.
For a crispier texture, consider double-frying the chicken.