Honey Walnut Chicken

This Honey Walnut Chicken recipe is a scrumptious blend of crispy chicken tossed in a creamy and sweet sauce, paired with candied walnuts. Perfect for a quick and delightful dinner, it's sure to be a family favorite. Serve it over a bed of fluffy white rice and sprinkle with green onions for a touch of freshness.

Ingredients

🍗 2 chicken breasts, cut into thin slices
🌽 1 cup of cornstarch
💧 1 cup of carbonated water
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🛢️ Oil for frying

🌰 1 cup of walnuts
🧈 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
💧 1/2 cup of water
🍬 1/2 cup of sugar

🥄 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
🍶 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
🍯 2 tablespoons honey
🍋 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

1- Prepare the Walnuts:

• In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the walnuts and toast for about a minute.
• Pour in the sugar and water.
• Allow the mixture to boil for about 10 minutes.
• Remove from heat, transfer the walnuts to a plate, and let them cool.

2- Prepare the Chicken:

• In a bowl, combine sliced chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, cornstarch, and carbonated water.
• Mix well to ensure the chicken is coated evenly.
• Heat oil in a pan over high heat.
• Fry the chicken pieces for about 5 to 6 minutes, or until they are crispy, golden, and cooked through.
• Remove and drain excess oil.

3- Make the Sauce:

• In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweetened condensed milk, honey, and lemon juice until well combined and smooth.

4- Assemble the Dish:

• Once the chicken is fried, add it to the sauce along with the prepared walnuts.
• Toss everything together until the chicken and walnuts are fully coated with the sauce.

5- Serve:

• Serve the Honey Walnut Chicken over a bed of white rice.
• Garnish with chopped green onions if desired for an added burst of flavor and color.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 450
Nutritional Information per Serving: Protein: 25g, Fat: 30g, Carbohydrates: 35g
Equipment Needed:

• Frying pan
• Mixing bowls
• Plate for cooling walnuts

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the oil is hot before frying the chicken to achieve a crispy texture.
• Toss the chicken in the sauce while it's still warm to help absorb the flavors better.

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Honey Walnut Chicken