Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons potato starch
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil) for frying
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup chicken stock (or water with chicken bouillon)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
For Garnish:
- Green onions (green parts only), chopped
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix together chicken stock, honey, rice vinegar, dark soy sauce, and cornstarch until well combined. Set aside.
Prepare the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel.
- In a shallow dish, combine potato starch, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Lightly coat each chicken thigh in the flour mixture, ensuring even coverage.
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat neutral oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken thighs and cook for 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic, the white parts of the green onions, and red chili flakes for 3 minutes, until the garlic is golden brown.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and cook for 1 more minute, until it thickens.
Combine and Serve:
- Return the cooked chicken thighs to the pan, tossing them in the sauce to coat.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve:
- Serve hot with steamed rice and your choice of vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase the red chili flakes or add diced fresh chili.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute gluten-free flour and ensure gluten-free soy sauce.
- For extra crispy chicken, double-coat the chicken and fry in a bit more oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Courses
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian, American