Healthier Honey Garlic Chicken 😳

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken Thighs, boneless skinless (cut into 1‑inch cubes)
• 1 large Egg White (room temperature)
• 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
• 4 tablespoons Cornstarch (divided: 2 tbsp for marinate, 2 tbsp for coating, extra 1 tbsp for slurry)
• 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (for coating mixture)
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon White Pepper
• as needed Avocado Oil Spray (for coating rack before air‑fry)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut into pieces)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds (to garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Green Onions (thinly sliced, for garnish)
• 2 cups Cooked Rice (white or brown, for serving)

Instructions

1. Cube the Chicken

   Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut them into 1‑inch cubes.

   Time: PT3M

2. Prepare Marinade

   In a mixing bowl combine the egg white, 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp cornstarch, salt, and white pepper. Add the chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly.

   Time: PT4M

3. Coat the Chicken

   In a separate bowl mix the remaining 2 Tbsp cornstarch, flour, and a pinch of salt. Dredge each marinated chicken piece in this mixture, shaking off excess.

   Time: PT3M

4. Set Up for Air Frying

   Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer on a wire rack. Lightly spray the pieces with avocado oil spray.

   Time: PT2M

5. Air Fry the Chicken

   Place the rack in the air fryer and cook at 385°F for 12‑15 minutes, shaking the rack halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: 385°F

6. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce

   While the chicken cooks, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Stir in brown sugar, honey, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, and 1 Tbsp water. Bring to a gentle simmer.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

7. Thicken the Sauce

   Mix 1 Tbsp cornstarch with 2 Tbsp water to form a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce until it thickens and becomes glossy.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium heat

8. Toss Chicken in Sauce

   Transfer the air‑fried chicken to the saucepan and toss quickly to coat each piece with the honey‑garlic glaze.

   Time: PT2M

9. Plate and Garnish

   Serve the glazed chicken over cooked rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

300

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

18 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

1 g