Crispy Honey-Garlic Chicken Bowl

(Serves 2–3)

Ingredients

For the Crispy Chicken

• 500g boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size pieces

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• ½ cup cornstarch

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 eggs, beaten

• Oil for frying

For the Sticky Sauce

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 3 tbsp honey

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• 2 tbsp rice vinegar (or white vinegar)

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp water (slurry)

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes for heat

For the Veggie Stir-Fry

• 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red + green)

• ½ cup sliced carrots

• 1 cup broccoli florets

• 1 handful cooked noodles (optional, as shown in the pic)

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 tsp minced garlic

• 1 tbsp oil

For the Rice

• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crispy Chicken

1. In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Dip chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, then coat evenly in the flour mixture.

3. Heat oil in a pot to medium-high.

4. Fry chicken until golden and crispy (about 5–6 minutes).

5. Remove and let it drain on paper towels.

2. Make the Sticky Sauce

1. In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, and sesame oil.

2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

3. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.

4. Toss the crispy chicken into the sauce until fully coated.

3. Cook the Stir-Fried Veggies

1. Heat oil in a pan.

2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.

3. Add carrots and broccoli; stir 2 minutes.

4. Add bell peppers and noodles (if using).

5. Add oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sugar.

6. Stir-fry until everything is coated and cooked but still crisp.

4. Assemble the Bowl

1. Scoop jasmine rice into one side of the bowl.

2. Add the veggie stir-fry.

3. Fill the remaining space with sticky crispy chicken.

4. Optional: sprinkle sesame seeds on top for the aesthetic.