Description
Mouth-watering double crunch honey garlic chicken breasts promise a flavor explosion from Korea’s culinary traditions. Crispy exterior and sweet-savory sauce will make diners crave more with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups flour
- 4 eggs
Seasoning Blend:
- 4 teaspoons salt
- 4 teaspoons black pepper
- 3 tablespoons ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons ground thyme
- 2 teaspoons ground sage
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons paprika
Sauce and Cooking Ingredients:
- 8 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- Canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Tenderize chicken breasts to uniform 1/2-inch thickness using plastic wrap and gentle mallet strikes.
- Create flavor-packed seasoning blend by combining flour with all dry spices, carefully sifting to eliminate lumps and ensure even distribution.
- Prepare egg mixture by whisking eggs and water until smooth and well-integrated.
- Generously season chicken breasts with salt and pepper for enhanced taste profile.
- Dredge each chicken piece thoroughly in initial spice-flour mixture, ensuring complete and even coating.
- Submerge floured chicken into egg wash, allowing excess liquid to drip off naturally.
- Apply second layer of seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to create crisp, textured exterior.
- Heat canola oil in heavy skillet to medium temperature, maintaining consistent heat around 350°F.
- Carefully fry chicken pieces until golden brown and crispy, approximately 4-5 minutes per side, monitoring color and texture.
- Transfer fried chicken to paper towel-lined plate, allowing excess oil to drain and maintain crispiness.
- Craft honey garlic sauce by sautéing minced garlic in olive oil, then incorporating honey and soy sauce.
- Simmer sauce until slightly thickened, developing rich, complex flavor profile.
- Alternatively, preheat oven to 425°F and prepare lightly greased baking sheet.
- For baked version, arrange coated chicken on sheet, baking 15 minutes per side until golden and thoroughly cooked.
- Plate chicken and generously drizzle with vibrant honey garlic sauce, serving immediately for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Flatten chicken breasts evenly to ensure consistent cooking and crispy texture throughout.
- Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound chicken to uniform thickness without tearing the meat.
- Experiment with gluten-free flour blend for those with wheat sensitivities, maintaining the same coating technique.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help flour mixture adhere better and create crispier exterior.
- Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes after coating to help breading set and prevent falling off during cooking.
- For healthier version, use air fryer at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through for even crispiness.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing cayenne pepper to suit personal heat preferences.
- Balance honey garlic sauce sweetness by adding a splash of rice vinegar or fresh lemon juice for brightness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 730
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 88g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 52g
- Cholesterol: 220mg