Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken: Sticky, Crispy & Irresistible 

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Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken: Sticky, Crispy & Irresistible

If you love bold flavors and crave that sweet-heat combo, this Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken is a must-try. Crispy fried chicken bites are smothered in a sticky honey glaze with just the right kick of pepper and spice. It’s quick, addictive, and tastes like your favorite restaurant-style chicken — but made at home!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Perfect balance of sweet & spicy
  • Sticky honey glaze clings to every bite
  • Ready in under 30 minutes
  • Works as a main dish or appetizer

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Oil for frying

For the Sauce:

  • ½ cup honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to spice level)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp crushed black pepper
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)

For Garnish (optional):

  • Sesame seeds
  • Green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare chicken: In one bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dip chicken pieces into beaten eggs, then dredge in the flour mixture.
  2. Fry chicken: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken pieces in batches for 4–6 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Make sauce: In a skillet, combine honey, soy sauce, hot sauce, garlic, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened and sticky.
  4. Toss together: Add fried chicken to the skillet and toss until fully coated in sauce.
  5. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with rice or noodles.

Tips & Variations

  • Swap hot sauce for sriracha or chili flakes depending on spice preference.
  • Try baking or air-frying chicken for a lighter version.
  • Double the sauce if you like extra glaze for rice or noodles.
  • For extra crunch, double-coat the chicken before frying.

Final Thoughts

This Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken is crispy, saucy, and full of bold flavor. With its sticky-sweet glaze and peppery kick, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser — perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or party appetizers.

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