Honey Garlic Butter Chicken
About the recipe
This Honey Garlic Butter Chicken features crispy fried chicken tossed in a rich, glossy sauce made with honey, garlic, butter, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Sweet, savory, sticky, and packed with flavour, it’s the perfect dinner served over steamed rice.
Honey Garlic Butter Chicken
Ingredients
- 500 g Boneless chicken (cut into bite-size pieces)
- 1 Egg
- Salt (to taste)
- ¾ tsp Black pepper
- ¾ tsp White pepper
- Cornflour (enough to coat)
- Oil (for deep frying)
For Sauce:
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Oyster sauce
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 1–2 tbsp Brown sugar (to taste)
- 1 tsp Red chili flakes or Sichuan chili flakes
- 1 tsp Chicken powder
- 1 tbsp Vinegar
- 2–3 tbsp Water (to prevent burning)
For Slurry:
- 1 tbsp Cornflour
- ½ cup Water
For Cooking & Garnish:
- 3 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Minced garlic
- Steamed white rice
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced Spring onion (green part only)
- A few drops of sesame oil
Instructions
- Place chicken in a bowl and season with salt, black pepper, and white pepper. Add the egg and mix well.
- Coat the chicken evenly with cornflour until lightly covered.
- Heat oil and fry the chicken in batches until golden, crispy, and cooked through. Remove and drain.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, brown sugar, chili flakes, chicken powder, vinegar, and water.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cornflour and water to make a slurry.
- Heat a wok over high heat and melt the butter. Add garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
- Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and stir well. Add the slurry and cook until the sauce becomes thick and glossy.
- Add the fried chicken and toss quickly until evenly coated.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions.
- Serve immediately with steamed white rice.
Tips & Tricks
Use High Heat for the Sauce: High heat creates a glossy restaurant-style finish and prevents the sauce from becoming watery.
Don’t Overcook the Garlic: Garlic can burn quickly and become bitter, so sauté it only briefly before adding the sauce.
Double Fry for Extra Crispiness: For an even crunchier result, fry the chicken a second time for 1 to 2 minutes before tossing it in the sauce.
Toss Quickly: Once the chicken is added, toss rapidly to coat it evenly while maintaining its crispy coating.
FAQs
Why is my sauce too thin?
The sauce may need a little more slurry or additional cooking time to thicken properly.
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can prepare the sauce and fry the chicken ahead of time, then combine everything right before serving.
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for the best texture.
What can I serve with Honey Garlic Butter Chicken?
Steamed rice, fried rice, noodles, stir-fried vegetables, or a simple cucumber salad pair perfectly.
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for the best texture.
