Description

Golden and crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, these Double Crunch Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts are coated in a flavorful double dredge and glazed with a sweet, sticky honey garlic sauce. A perfect comfort food for any night of the week.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp paprika

2 eggs

1/4 cup milk

Vegetable oil, for frying

1/2 cup honey

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup water

1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (slurry)

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin between plastic wrap or parchment.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the milk.
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, dip into the egg mixture, and coat again in the flour mixture, pressing the coating to stick.
Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Fry the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C). Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
To make the sauce, combine honey, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer.
Add the cornstarch slurry and cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Spoon or brush the sauce over the crispy chicken and serve immediately.

Notes

Add fresh grated ginger to the sauce for a spicy kick.

Use panko breadcrumbs for the second dredge for extra crispiness.

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and tamari instead of soy sauce.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Reheat in oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to restore crispiness.

Baking is an alternative to frying—bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 420
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 145mg