Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken

Name: Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian-American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed; 3 tbsp olive oil, divided; 5 tbsp soy sauce, divided; 1 tbsp Montreal steak seasoning; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 2 tbsp corn starch; 1 tbsp garlic paste; 2 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp honey; 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed; cooked fried rice, for serving

Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken is a quick pan-fried dish featuring cubed chicken breast coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, ideal for busy weeknight dinners. The baking soda and cornstarch create a crispy exterior while the sauce balances honey sweetness with garlic and red pepper heat.

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Total

20 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
3 tbsp olive oil, divided
5 tbsp soy sauce, divided
1 tbsp Montreal steak seasoning
1/2 tsp baking soda
2 tbsp corn starch
1 tbsp garlic paste
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
cooked fried rice, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a mixing bowl, combine the cubed chicken with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp soy sauce, Montreal steak seasoning, baking soda, corn starch, and garlic paste.
2
Mix with a spoon until the chicken is thoroughly and evenly coated.
3
Heat the remaining 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Add the coated chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through.
5
Push the cooked chicken to one side of the skillet. On the empty side, add the butter and allow it to melt.
6
To the melted butter, add the honey, crushed red pepper flakes, the remaining 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) of soy sauce, and the packed brown sugar.
7
Stir the sauce ingredients together until combined and bring to a simmer.
8
Toss the chicken with the sauce, ensuring every piece is coated. Continue to cook for another minute as the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
9
Serve the crispy honey garlic chicken immediately, alongside cooked fried rice.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pat chicken cubes dry before coating with baking soda and cornstarch—moisture prevents crisping and browning.
Divide olive oil into two batches (3 tbsp total): use part to coat the pan and reserve the rest to reheat the pan between batches for even crispness.
Toss chicken in the honey garlic sauce over medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes only—overheating breaks down the crispy coating.
Brown the chicken in a single layer without crowding; work in batches if your pan is small to ensure even color.

Substitutions

Garlic paste → minced fresh garlic (1 tbsp) or garlic powder (1/2 tsp) for a sharper bite
Honey → maple syrup or agave (maintains sweetness and glaze)
Brown sugar → white sugar or coconut sugar (flavor will be slightly less molasses-forward)
Butter → neutral oil like vegetable or canola (reduces richness but preserves texture)

Storage & make-ahead

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes to restore crispness, or serve cold over salads.