How to Make Honey Garlic Butter Crispy Chicken? A Delicious Step-by-Step Guide

Q: Can I use bone-in chicken thighs instead of deboned ones for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use bone-in chicken thighs, but cooking time may need to be adjusted to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.

Q: What can I substitute for cornstarch if I don’t have it?
A: You can use all-purpose flour or potato starch as a substitute for cornstarch to achieve a similar crispy texture.

Q: Is it necessary to marinate the chicken for 30 minutes?
A: Marinating for 30 minutes helps to infuse the flavors into the chicken, but if you’re short on time, a shorter marinate can still yield tasty results.

Honey Garlic Butter Crispy Chicken

Notes

Ingredients:

2 chicken thigh fillets
Cornstarch, as needed
Marinade: 5 slices of garlic, 4.5 slices of ginger, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, ½ tablespoon white pepper powder, 1 gram of salt
Sauce: A small block of butter, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey
Parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

Debone the chicken thighs and mix with the marinade ingredients. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
Remove the ginger and garlic slices, then coat the chicken evenly with cornstarch.
Heat oil in a pan and fry the chicken thighs over low heat until golden brown and crispy.
In another pan, melt the butter over low heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of honey, stir well and turn off the heat.
Coat the chicken with the sauce on both sides.
Cut into pieces, plate, and garnish with chopped parsley.