Easy Lazy Hoeny Garlic Crispy Chicken so good you have to try it!
Easy Lazy Hoeny Garlic Crispy Chicken so good you have to try it! is a easy Asian-American recipe that serves 4. 380 calories per serving. Recipe by The Crystal Cookbook on YouTube.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 18 min | Total: 48 min
Cost: $7.73 total, $1.93 per serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (cut into bite‑size pieces)
- 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
- 2 Tbsp Oyster Sauce (Chinese brand for authentic flavor)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (or 1 tsp fresh minced garlic)
- 0.5 tsp Salt (kosher or sea salt)
- 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch (for coating the chicken)
- 3 Tbsp Honey (pure, not flavored)
- 3 cloves Fresh Garlic (minced (about 1 tsp))
- 2 Tbsp Water (for the sauce)
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 Tbsp water Cornstarch Slurry (mixed just before adding to sauce)
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil (optional, for finishing drizzle)
- 2 stalks Green Onions (thinly sliced for garnish)
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
In a mixing bowl combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces, toss to coat, and let sit for 15 minutes.
Time: PT15M
Prepare the Coating
Place the cornstarch in a shallow dish. Remove each piece of marinated chicken and dredge in cornstarch, shaking off excess.
Time: PT5M
Heat the Skillet
Add 2 Tbsp of neutral oil to the skillet and heat over medium‑high until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: 350°F
Pan‑Fry the Chicken
Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook 4 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook another 4 minutes until both sides are golden and the interior reaches 165°F.
Time: PT8M
Temperature: 350°F
Rest the Chicken
Transfer the fried chicken to a plate and keep warm while you make the sauce.
Time: PT1M
Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
In a small saucepan combine honey, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, minced garlic, and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 2‑3 minutes.
Time: PT3M
Thicken the Sauce
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Cook 1‑2 minutes, stirring, until the sauce becomes glossy and coats the back of a spoon.
Time: PT2M
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Return the fried chicken to the skillet, pour the honey‑garlic sauce over it, and toss to coat evenly. Cook an additional minute so the glaze adheres.
Time: PT2M
Finish and Serve
Drizzle sesame oil over the chicken, sprinkle sliced green onions, and serve immediately with rice or noodles.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
- Fiber
- 0g
Dietary info: Gluten‑Free if using gluten‑free soy sauce, Dairy‑Free, Nut‑Free
Allergens: Soy, Shellfish (oyster sauce), Honey
Last updated: April 11, 2026






