Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt (5g)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (2.5g)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (5g)
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (2.5g)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup (100g) panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil or canola oil, for frying
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) honey
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped (plus 1 tbsp of the adobo sauce)
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) soy sauce
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (2.5g)
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (1.25g)

Instructions:

  1. Cut the chicken into uniform cubes.
  2. In separate dishes, place the flour mixture (flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika), beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each chicken cube in flour, dip in egg, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed (more honey for sweetness, more chipotle for heat).
  5. Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  6. Remove chicken with tongs and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
  7. Transfer the fried chicken to a large bowl and toss with the Honey Chipotle Sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!