Description
This Double Crunch Honey Garlic Chicken recipe is a delightful combination of crispy fried chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. The chicken is double-coated for extra crunch, making it a favorite for dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally. Marinate in buttermilk. Combine dry ingredients for coating.
- Fry the Chicken: Dip chicken in flour mixture, egg wash, and flour again. Fry until golden brown.
- Make the Sauce: Combine honey, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Serve: Drizzle sauce over fried chicken or use as a dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crunch, let the breaded chicken rest before frying.
- Bake at 400°F for a lighter version (20–25 minutes).
