Elevate your weeknight dinners with a dish that's both savory and sweet. Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken is the perfect combination of crunchy texture and a delightful honey garlic sauce that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Scale:
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 large egg
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)
Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). If using an air fryer, set it to 375°F (190°C).
In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In another bowl, whisk the egg. In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs. Dip each chicken piece first in the flour mixture, then in the egg, and finally in the breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating.
If baking, place the coated chicken on a greased baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C). For air frying, arrange the chicken in a single layer in the basket and cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy.
While the chicken is cooking, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and vinegar in a saucepan over medium heat. Once it starts to simmer, stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven or air fryer. Drizzle the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Allow it to sit for a couple of minutes to absorb the flavors.
Garnish the chicken with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
