This crispy honey garlic chicken recipe is a delightful combination of crispy chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. The chicken is perfectly seasoned and cooked to golden perfection, then tossed in a sticky, flavorful sauce that will leave you craving for more.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- The crispy coating on the chicken adds a satisfying crunch to each bite.
- The honey garlic sauce strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory flavors.
- This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise and pounded to an even thickness to make four cutlets
- 2 large eggs, beaten + 1 tbsp water
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (regular paprika can be used if smoked is not available)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp cold water
Directions:
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, and garlic. Stir until well blended.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it starts to boil.
- In a separate bowl, mix cold water and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan and stir until thickened. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together water and eggs.
- Dip each chicken slice into the egg wash, then coat with the flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Toss the fried chicken in the honey garlic sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot and enjoy the delicious crispy honey garlic chicken!
Storage:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until heated through.
Recipe Tips:
- For extra crispiness, you can double-coat the chicken by dipping it back into the egg wash and flour mixture.
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper based on your spice preference.
- Serve the crispy honey garlic chicken with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
Enjoy this flavorful and satisfying crispy honey garlic chicken dish that is sure to become a family favorite!