Walnut Chicken
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Walnut Chicken recipe, a perfect balance of crispy, savory, and sweet flavors. Tender, golden-fried chicken bites are coated in a luscious honey-soy glaze infused with garlic and rice vinegar for a tangy kick, while toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch and nutty depth. Quick and easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or an impressive date night meal. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions for extra flavor and flair, this Walnut Chicken pairs beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes. Whether you're craving crispy chicken, Asian-inspired flavors, or a touch of sweetness, this recipe has it all!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season them with salt and black pepper.
In a shallow bowl, mix all-purpose flour and cornstarch. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until fully combined.
Dip the chicken pieces into the flour mixture and shake off excess. Then, dip them into the beaten eggs, ensuring they are fully coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Place the cooked pieces on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
In a small saucepan, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. Heat the mixture over medium heat and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add the toasted walnuts to the sauce and stir to coat them evenly.
Pour the sauce with walnuts over the cooked chicken in the skillet, gently tossing to coat the chicken evenly.
Transfer the Walnut Chicken to a serving platter. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve warm with steamed rice or your choice of side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.6 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 124.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 944 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 5330 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.1 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.6 g | ||
| Protein | 258.5 g | 517% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 313 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1132 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
