Description
This Double Crunch Honey Garlic Chicken recipe features crispy fried chicken strips coated in a flavorful honey garlic sauce. Perfectly seasoned and double-dredged for maximum crunch, then tossed in a sweet and savory homemade sauce, this dish delivers an irresistible combination of textures and tastes ideal for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 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 (vegetable or canola oil recommended)
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 boneless, skinless chicken breasts into strips. This allows the chicken pieces to cook quickly and evenly.
- Create the Batter: In one dish, whisk together the eggs and water until smooth. In another dish, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and baking powder.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken strip into the flour mixture first, then into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture again to achieve a double crunch coating.
- Heat the Oil: Pour enough oil into a deep skillet to submerge the chicken pieces partially and heat it over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Fry the Chicken: Fry the coated chicken strips in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the strips and drain on paper towels to remove 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 but not burnt.
- Simmer the Sauce: Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Combine and Coat: Toss the fried chicken strips in the prepared honey garlic sauce until they are evenly coated with the sweet and savory glaze.
- Serve: Serve the chicken immediately while crispy, optionally garnished with additional black pepper for extra flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure the oil is properly heated before frying chicken strips.
- Use a kitchen thermometer for the oil; ideal frying temperature is between 350°F to 375°F (175°C to 190°C).
- Adjust honey quantity in the sauce if a sweeter or less sweet flavor is preferred.
- Leftover chicken is best eaten fresh as it can lose its crispiness upon refrigeration.
- Serve with steamed rice or a side of vegetables to complete the meal.
