Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken
This crispy honey garlic chicken is irresistibly flavorful, featuring golden-fried chicken tossed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing meal.
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Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts halved and pounded to an even thickness
- 2 large eggs beaten with 1 tbsp water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika or regular paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 3 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil over medium heat. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth, then pour into the saucepan. Stir until the sauce thickens, then remove from heat and set aside.
- In one bowl, whisk together eggs and water. In another bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing gently to coat.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot. Fry the coated chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Drain on paper towels.
- Toss the fried chicken in the prepared honey garlic sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately with rice, vegetables, or a side salad.
Notes
For a healthier version, bake the chicken at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, and then toss in the sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 681kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 58gFat: 21.8gSaturated Fat: 4.5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 239mgSodium: 875mgFiber: 1.3gSugar: 35.5g
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