Chinese Honey Chicken
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chinese Honey Chicken, a quick and easy dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe features crispy, golden-battered chicken tossed in a luscious honey sauce enriched with mayonnaise and sweetened condensed milk. The result is a mouthwatering balance of creamy sweetness and savory goodness that your family and friends will adore. In just 20 minutes, you can create this crowd-pleaser, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve it over fluffy rice, in wraps, or as an appetizer for a satisfying meal everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 4 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup cornstarch or Mochiko Sweet Rice Flour
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy. Add cornstarch and water, mixing until combined. Fold in the chicken pieces until fully coated.
- Heat three inches of vegetable oil in a large pot to 350°F. Fry chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In another bowl, combine mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk; mix until smooth.
- Toss fried chicken in the sauce just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Find it online: https://allfoodierecipes.com/chinese-honey-chicken/