If you’re looking for a recipe that combines deep crunch, sticky-sweet glaze and restaurant-level flavor, these Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Bites are the perfect choice. This dish brings together juicy pieces of chicken, an ultra-crispy coating, and a glossy honey garlic sauce that clings to every bite. It’s fast, easy, and incredibly satisfying—exactly the kind of recipe that deserves a spot on Savory Planet.

If you love quick chicken dinners with big flavor, you’ll also enjoy our Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken, one of our most comforting and easy weeknight favorites.

Unlike basic chicken recipes, Crispy Honey Garlic stands out through its double-coating and double-frying technique, which creates that signature crunch you normally get only at Asian restaurants. The sauce is a rich mix of honey, garlic, soy sauce and a touch of tanginess that transforms the crispy coating into a sticky, flavorful glaze. Once you try this recipe, it will instantly become one of your weeknight favorites.

Why This Crispy Honey Garlic Recipe Works So Well

The secret behind the perfect crunch is the combination of flour and cornstarch, which creates a light, airy crust that stays crispy even after saucing. Adding garlic powder, onion powder and paprika gives the chicken incredible flavor even before the glaze goes on. Double-dipping the chicken—egg → flour → egg → flour—is a proven restaurant method to achieve maximum crispiness.

The second essential technique is double frying. The first fry cooks the chicken through and creates the initial crust. The second fry is quick but powerful: it locks in the crunch, giving you that irresistible texture when you bite into it.

And then comes the star of the show: the honey garlic glaze. Melted butter, fresh garlic, ginger, soy sauce, honey and a bit of vinegar create a sticky sauce that balances sweet, salty and tangy. Pouring the hot glaze over the crispy chicken creates a beautiful glossy finish that makes the dish look as good as it tastes.

Tips for Making the Perfect Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken

To make sure your Crispy Honey Garlic chicken turns out perfect every time, keep these tips in mind:

Pat the chicken dry before coating. Moisture prevents crispiness.
Use cornstarch—don’t skip it. It’s essential for that light crunch.
Fry in small batches so the oil stays hot.
Let the chicken rest 2 minutes after the first fry before frying again.
Add the glaze at the end, right before serving, so the crust stays crunchy.

Serving Ideas

These Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Bites go well with:

steamed jasmine rice
noodles
stir-fried vegetables
mashed potatoes
fresh cucumber salad

You can also serve them as an appetizer or party snack—just add toothpicks and a small bowl of leftover honey garlic glaze.

Storage & Reheating

If you somehow end up with leftovers, store the chicken separately from the glaze to preserve the crunch. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 180°C for 5–6 minutes. The glaze can be reheated in a small pan until warm and smooth.

Healthier Option

For a lighter version, air fry the chicken at 200°C for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway. It won’t be as insanely crispy as deep-fried, but the results are still delicious. The glaze remains the same—sticky, glossy and full of flavor.

For another crispy chicken bite recipe with a bright twist, try Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites, a fresh option that’s just as addictive.

Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

Extra-crispy on the outside and incredibly juicy on the inside — these Restaurant-Style Honey Garlic Chicken Bites deliver a perfect balance of crunch, sweetness, and savory garlic glaze. A viral-level dish you can make in under 25 minutes.

Pin Recipe

Prep Time 12

Cook Time 10

Total Time 22

Servings: 4

Course: Asian Fusion, Dinner, Quick & Easy

Cuisine: American, Asian

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Crispy Chicken:
600 g chicken breast or boneless thigh (recommended for juiciness)
2 eggs
120 g cornstarch
8 g salt
4 g white pepper
6 g garlic powder
120 g flour
4 g onion powder
2 g smoked paprika
Oil for frying
For the Honey Garlic Glaze:
80 g honey
50 g light soy sauce
20 g rice vinegar
20 g ketchup
15 g butter
12 g fresh garlic, minced
6 g fresh ginger, minced
1 tsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp cold water (slurry for glossy texture)

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Whisk
Deep pan or pot for frying
Strainer or tongs
Medium saucepan for sauce

Method

Prep the chicken: Cut the chicken into equal bite-sized pieces and pat dry thoroughly.
Season the coating: Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, white pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in a large bowl.
Double coat the chicken: Dip chicken in beaten eggs → dredge in flour mix → back into egg → flour again.This double-coating ensures a long-lasting crispy crust.
Fry until extra crispy: Heat oil to 175°C. Fry chicken for 3–4 minutes, rest 2 minutes, then fry again 45 seconds.Double-frying = restaurant crunch.
Make the glossy honey garlic glaze: In a pan, melt butter. Add garlic + ginger for 20 sec. Add honey, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar. Add slurry.Simmer until thick, glossy and sticky.
Coat the chicken and serve: Toss the crispy chicken in the hot glaze until everything is perfectly coated.Serve immediately.

Notes

Chicken thigh gives the juiciest result.
Double-fry = guaranteed long-lasting crunch.
Add chili flakes for a spicy version.
Serve with jasmine rice, noodles, or fries.

Final Thoughts

These Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Bites are the perfect balance between crunchy and saucy, making them an irresistible choice for dinner. With simple ingredients, smart techniques and huge flavor payoff, this dish truly brings restaurant-style cooking into your own kitchen.

If you enjoy sweet-and-savory flavors in comfort food, Pad Thai is another bold dinner idea that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

For more deep-dive cooking tips and ingredient explanations, you can check resources like Serious Eats, which offer expert-level breakdowns of frying techniques.