Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Chinese Honey Chicken, a dish that perfectly balances crispy golden chicken bites with a luscious honey sauce. This easy-to-make recipe brings the vibrant flavors of Chinese cuisine right to your kitchen and is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. With just 20 minutes from preparation to table, you can experience the joy of homemade takeout without the hassle. The unique blend of creamy mayonnaise and sweetened condensed milk in the sauce creates a rich flavor that will have your family coming back for more. Serve it over rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 4 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup honey
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy. Mix in cornstarch and water until smooth. Fold in chicken pieces until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F. Fry chicken in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
- In another bowl, combine mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- 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: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 90mg