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Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken

Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken

Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken is a game changer with its crunchy exterior and sweet garlicky sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. Easy to make and unforgettable in flavor. Try this Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken recipe today!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pieces chicken breasts cut into thick strips or chunks
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 inch ginger peeled and sliced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 piece red chili finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemongrass paste
  • 6 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons honey
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • a pinch none black pepper

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Deep Fryer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Tongs or Slotted Spoon
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken in a bowl with buttermilk, salt, white pepper, and garlic powder for 3 to 6 hours in the fridge.
  2. Preheat your oven to a low temperature and heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to around 350°F (175°C).
  3. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, celery salt, thyme, paprika, baking powder, and red pepper flakes for the coating.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and dredge in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure it sticks.
  5. Fry 4 to 5 pieces of chicken for 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through; keep warm in the oven.
  6. In a skillet, heat vegetable oil and sauté ginger, garlic, chili, and lemongrass paste for 30 seconds.
  7. Add soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and a pinch of black pepper; bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Toss the fried chicken in the sauce until coated, then serve over rice with garnishes.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken in the flour mixture before frying. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness. Try swapping soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free version, or use maple syrup instead of honey if preferred.
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