Asian-Style Crispy Garlic Chicken
Crispy golden chicken tossed in a sweet, garlicky soy glaze—this Asian-Style Crispy Garlic Chicken is fast, flavorful, and perfect for weeknights. It delivers restaurant-quality taste using simple ingredients you likely already have at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup cornstarch or all-purpose flour
- 2 –3 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
For the Garlic Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water for thickening
- 1 –2 green onions chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat and fry the chicken in batches until golden and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, heat sesame oil and sauté minced garlic for 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar, then add the cornstarch slurry. Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens. Adjust taste if needed.
- Return the chicken to the pan and toss until fully coated in the glossy garlic sauce. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, and serve warm over rice, noodles, or vegetables.