5 from 18 votes
Crispy Honey Chicken Recipe
Crispy Honey Chicken combines bite-sized pieces of chicken breast fried in a seasoned flour and buttermilk coating, then tossed in a sticky honey sauce. The coating features warm spices like cumin, chili powder, coriander, and onion powder, which add depth to the crispy texture. Drizzled with honey, light corn syrup, and a touch of soy sauce, the sauce balances sweet and savory flavors. Topped with green onions and sesame seeds, this recipe delivers satisfying crunch and richness making it suitable for a hearty meal.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Servings:
6
Calories:
420 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast cut into 1 inch pieces, boneless skinless
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups buttermilk
- vegetable oil for frying
For the Honey Sauce:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
- Pinch red pepper flakes optional
- For topping:
For Topping:
- 2 Tablespoons green onions chopped
- 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or stock pot until it’s about 2-3 inches deep in the pan. Heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees F. Measure the oil temperature of the oil with a meat thermometer and make sure that the oil doesn’t get too hot.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cumin, chili powder, coriander, onion powder, salt and pepper. Pour the buttermilk in a separate bowl.
- Dip the chicken pieces in the flour, then dip them in the buttermilk and then dip them back into the flour mixture. Gently tap the excess flour off of the chicken.
- Then add the coated chicken to the hot oil. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and is golden brown. Remove the chicken from the oil and place the chicken on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up the excess oil. Continue this process until all the chicken is coated and cooked through.
- In a large skillet, add the honey sauce ingredients. Whisk to combine all the ingredients. Bring the mixture to a low simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is bubbly.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Then add the chicken to the skillet. Toss the chicken to coat it with the honey sauce. Top with the sesame seed and diced green onions. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Notes
- Keep the frying oil temperature steady at around 350°F to cook chicken evenly and avoid burning.
- Do not overcrowd the pan with chicken pieces; fry in batches to maintain the oil temperature.
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
420kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
57g
(19%)
Protein
32g
(64%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Trans Fat
0.01g
(1%)
Cholesterol
81mg
(27%)
Sodium
595mg
(25%)
Potassium
635mg
(14%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
24g
(48%)
Vitamin A
393IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
134mg
(13%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 420
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 420kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 595mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 635mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 393IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 134mg | 13% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.