Honey Almond Chicken Recipe
Tender all-white meat strips hand-dipped individually in our creamy honey sauce and topped with a caramelized almond slice. Served with choice of steamed white or brown rice.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Honey Sauce
Almond Topping
Rice
Method
Prepare the Chicken
- 1
Cut the Chicken
Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into strips, about 1 inch wide.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Season the chicken strips with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Make the Honey Sauce
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine honey, heavy cream, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Heat over medium heat until warm.
- 4
Thicken the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Gradually add this to the warm sauce, stirring until it thickens. Remove from heat.
Cook the Chicken
- 5
Dip Chicken in Sauce
Individually dip each chicken strip into the honey sauce, ensuring they are well-coated.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little oil. Fry the chicken strips until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
Prepare the Almond Topping
- 7
Cook the Rice
- 8
Prepare the Rice
In a saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
