Description
This Double Crunch Honey Garlic Chicken recipe features crispy, golden fried chicken strips coated in a flavorful honey garlic sauce. Perfect as a delicious appetizer or main dish, the chicken is double-dredged for an irresistible crunchy texture and tossed in a sweet and savory glaze that combines honey, garlic, and soy sauce for an impressive taste.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Breading
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons water
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons salt
- 4 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Oil for frying (enough for deep frying)
Honey Garlic Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts into strips to create uniform pieces ideal for frying and coating.
- Prepare the Breading Mixtures: In one dish, whisk together the eggs and water until combined. In another large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and baking powder.
- Double Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken strip first into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and again back into the flour mixture to ensure a double crunchy coating.
- Heat Oil for Frying: In a deep skillet, heat enough oil over medium-high heat to deep fry the chicken pieces.
- Fry the Chicken Strips: Fry the coated chicken strips in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Simmer the Sauce: Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and black pepper. Let it simmer gently for 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss Chicken in Sauce: Place the fried chicken strips into a large bowl and toss thoroughly with the prepared honey garlic sauce until each piece is well coated.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic chicken immediately, garnished with additional black pepper if desired, to enjoy its crispy texture and rich flavor at their best.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure oil is hot enough (about 350°F) before frying.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken tenders for easier slicing.
- Serve with steamed rice or your favorite vegetable sides for a complete meal.
- Store leftover chicken and sauce separately to maintain crispiness.
- Adjust the amount of black pepper in the sauce to taste.
