Description
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside—these double crunch honey garlic chicken breasts are coated in a golden crust and smothered in sweet, sticky garlic sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 eggs
4 tablespoons water
Oil, for frying
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons water + 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for slurry, optional if thicker sauce desired)
Instructions
Prepare chicken: Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 8 thinner cutlets. Pound to even thickness if needed.
Make egg wash: In a bowl, whisk together eggs and water.
Mix flour dredge: In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, ginger, and baking powder.
Double dredge chicken: Dip each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, then in egg wash, and then back in the flour. Press well to adhere.
Fry: Heat oil (about 1 inch deep) in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Drain on paper towels.
Make the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant (1 minute). Add honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5–6 minutes. For a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened.
Toss and serve: Drizzle or toss the fried chicken with the warm honey garlic sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking the chicken.
Sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. Reheat gently before serving.
Goes great with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American-Asian Fusion
