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Double Crunch Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts

Ultra crispy, double-breaded fried chicken breasts smothered in a sweet, sticky, and savory honey garlic glaze.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Entree, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Breading
  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts halved horizontally
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp milk or water
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Honey Garlic Glaze
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Deep Skillet or Frying Pan
  • Shallow dishes
  • Wire rack
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken breasts horizontally to make 4 thinner cutlets. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In a separate dish, beat eggs with milk.
  3. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, then egg wash, then back into the flour mixture, pressing to adhere. Let rest on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until deeply golden and cooked through. Drain on a clean wire rack.
  5. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Stir in honey, soy sauce, chicken broth, and vinegar. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes syrupy.
  7. Drizzle the hot glaze over the crispy chicken breasts, slice, and garnish with fresh chives.

Notes

Do not place cooked chicken on paper towels, use a wire rack to maintain maximum crunch.