Crispy Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce
Get ready to wow your taste buds with this irresistible Crispy Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce! Perfectly marinated in creamy buttermilk for maximum tenderness, each drumstick gets double-dipped in a seasoned flour mixture for an ultra-crisp golden crust. The star of the dish is the luscious honey garlic sauce, a mouthwatering blend of buttery garlic, sweet honey, soy sauce, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or indulging in comfort food cravings, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between crispy, juicy chicken and sticky, flavorful glaze. Serve hot and prepare for a crowd-pleasing favorite that’s as easy to make as it is to fall in love with! Keywords: crispy fried chicken recipe, honey garlic sauce, comfort food, crowd-pleasing chicken dish, easy fried chicken.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks
- 500 ml Buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 large Eggs
- 500 ml Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the chicken. In a large bowl, combine the chicken drumsticks with buttermilk, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
Step 2: Prepare the coating. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
Step 3: Coat the chicken. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess buttermilk drip off. Dip each piece into the flour mixture, then the beaten eggs, and again in the flour mixture, ensuring each drumstick is fully coated. Place coated chicken on a plate.
Step 4: Heat the oil. In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Step 5: Fry the chicken. Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil, cooking for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Remove from oil and let them drain on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
Step 6: Make the honey garlic sauce. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Step 7: Coat the fried chicken with sauce. Once the chicken has drained and slightly cooled, dip each piece into the honey garlic sauce, ensuring a generous coating.
Step 8: Serve. Plate the fried chicken and serve immediately, enjoying the contrast of crispy texture and the sweet, savory sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7026 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 568.3 g | 729% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.1 g | 550% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 285.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1238 mg | 413% | |
| Sodium | 8429 mg | 366% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.7 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.6 g | ||
| Protein | 241.2 g | 482% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.9 mcg | 44% | |
| Calcium | 850 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 3352 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
