Chinese Honey Chicken
This Chinese Honey Chicken features crispy, light golden-battered chicken tossed in a luscious honey sauce with a touch of sweetness from condensed milk. It’s a delicious balance of creamy, sweet, and savory flavors with a delightful crunch.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into 1 inch thin chunks
- 4 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup cornstarch or sub Mochiko Sweet Rice Flour
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup honey
- vegetable oil for frying
- 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites until they become foamy, about 1-2 minutes. Then, whisk in the cornstarch and water until well combined. Finally, gently fold in the chicken, coating it thoroughly.
- In a large pot, heat three inches of oil over medium-high heat to 350°F. Fry the chicken pieces in two batches, cooking each batch for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Just before serving, toss the freshly fried chicken in the sauce until evenly coated.