PF Chang’s Crispy Honey Chicken is a crowd-pleaser thanks to its perfect blend of Asian flavors and puffy coating that stays crispy even after smothering in the honey sauce.
The combination of sweet and savory flavors is a favorite appealing to both children and adults, while the crispy texture adds an enjoyable crunch to the dish. There’s no special ingredient or secret in this recipe but here I can guarantee that this honey chicken recipe never fails to impress!
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Yields: 6 portions
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total: 35 mins
What is PF Chang’s Honey Chicken?
This crispy honey chicken served at PF Chang’s restaurant is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or as an appetizer, making it a great option for any meal or occasion.
What does PF Chang’s honey chicken taste like?
For those who like me love Asian cuisine, PF Chang’s honey chicken is a dish that evokes pleasure. It’s impossible to forget the feeling when indulging on the first bite of crispy fried chicken immersed in the sweet and savory honey sauce. I am pretty sure this dish is incredibly satisfying and enjoyable for many people.
Why is PF Chang’s so popular?
PF Chang’s is a well-known and respected restaurant chain with restaurants in the US, Mexico, Canada and Middle East, associated with high-quality Asian dishes and excellent service. As a result, many people trust the brand and are willing to try new dishes from their menu. Some of their most popular dishes include their lettuce wraps, Mongolian beef, Kung Pao shrimp and last but not least the Crispy Honey Chicken. In fact, the popularity of PF Chang’s Crispy Honey Chicken is a testament to the restaurant’s reputation for delivering delicious and satisfying dishes that keep customers coming back for more.
Why does this recipe work?
- The recipe is a surefire winner that never fails to impress.
- A versatile dish enjoyed by people of all ages and that can be served as a main course or as an appetizer, making it a great option for any meal or occasion.
- On average, a portion of Chang’s Crispy Honey Chicken costs around $16 to $18. However, you can cook this for a family of 6 at the cost of 1.
- If you’re lucky to have a nearby PF Chang restaurant then you can get a delivery even as fast as 30 minutes. However, for people who live in Europe, Australia or just want to enjoy chicken at home, cooking takes only 35 minutes and doesn’t need any special ingredients.
- Homemade honey chicken is always healthier than the one served at the restaurant which without any sides it will be around 1000 calories. At home, you can make adjustments according to you dietary needs and use high quality ingredients. For example, you can use a high quality oil and dripping the removing any excessive oil that make it greasy. I also suggest to try cooking the honey chicken in the oven.
What is the honey chicken & sauce made of?
Ingredients
FOR THE CHICKEN:
- 1½ lbs chicken breasts boneless skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 eggs, large
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 cup cornstarch
- vegetable oil for frying
FOR HONEY CHICKEN SAUCE:
- ½ cup (8 tbsp) honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or rice wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp water (2 tbsp to mix with cornstarch)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
FOR SERVING:
- green onions, thinly sliced
- cilantro, freshly chopped
How to cook PF Chang’s Honey Chicken
STEP 1 – PREPARE THE COATING
- Cut the chicken into 1 inch pieces.
- Combine the eggs with a fork or a whisker and then adding salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Apply a coating to each piece of chicken and set aside.
- Dredge each chicken piece on a plate covered with cornstarch.
- Dip each piece in the egg mixture
- Cover again in the cornstarch mixture.
STEP 2 – COOK THE CHICKEN
- Heat about 3 inches of oil in a deep pan.
- Add slowly the chicken pieces making sure not to put too much at one go.
- Fry both sides until golden brown and crispy.
- Place the finished batch on a paper towel to absorb the extra oil.
- Continue frying the other batches.
STEP 3 – PREPARE THE HONEY SAUCE
- Add the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil and water to a medium pan.
- Turn on the heat and let it simmer slowly.
- Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and add it to the sauce.
- Bring the sauce to boil and stir until it thickens.
STEP 4 – SERVE
- Toss the chicken to the sauce and mix until the chicken is well smothered.
- Divide into portions over a bed of fried rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and freshly chopped cilantro.
What to serve with PF Chang’s honey chicken?
When it comes to this Chinese style honey glazed chicken, I recommend serving on a bed of fried rice like PF Chang’s chicken fried rice, or another reader’s favorite Nando’s spicy rice. In Australia, Chinese restaurant serve Honey Chicken on a bed of fried vernicelli rice noodles though I’m not exactly a big fan of this!
If you’re visiting a PF Chang’s restaurant then I strongly suggest trying one of the fiery spicy vegetable sides like the chili-garlic green beans, Kung Pao brussels sprouts or the Edamame which comes slightly salted but not spicy.
Healthier options on PF Chang’s menu
- Buddha’s Feast Stir-fry made with mixed vegetables and tofu
- Gluten free chicken lettuce wraps low in carbohydrates and calories.
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- TGI Fridays Jack Daniels Ribs & Glaze
PF Chang’s Crispy Honey Chicken
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 portions 1x
Ingredients
FOR THE CHICKEN:
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts boneless skinless (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 2 eggs (large)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 cup cornstarch
- vegetable oil for frying
FOR HONEY CHICKEN SAUCE:
- 1/2 cup 8 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or rice wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp water (2 tbsp to mix with cornstarch)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
FOR SERVING:
- green onions (thinly sliced)
- cilantro (freshly chopped)
Instructions
STEP 1 – PREPARE THE COATING
- Cut the chicken into 1 inch pieces.
- Combine the eggs with a fork or a whisker and then adding salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Apply a coating to each piece of chicken and set aside.
- Dredge each chicken piece on a plate covered with cornstarch.
- Dip each piece in the egg mixture
- Cover again in the cornstarch mixture.
STEP 2 – COOK THE CHICKEN
- Heat about 3 inches of oil in a deep pan.
- Add slowly the chicken pieces making sure not to put too much at one go.
- Fry both sides until golden brown and crispy.
- Place the finished batch on a paper towel to absorb the extra oil.
- Continue frying the other batches.
STEP 3 – PREPARE THE HONEY SAUCE
- Add the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil and water to a medium pan.
- Turn on the heat and let it simmer slowly.
- Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and add it to the sauce.
- Bring the sauce to boil and stir until it thickens.
STEP 4 – SERVE
- Toss the chicken to the sauce and mix until the chicken is well smothered.
- Divide into portions over a bed of fried rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and freshly chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Keywords: battered chicken, chinese honey chicken, crispy honey chicken, fried honey chicken, honey chicken, honey sauce
