These double crunch honey garlic chicken breasts feature a delicately seasoned, extra-crispy breading and a luscious honey garlic glaze. Prepared by frying or baking, the chicken stays juicy inside with a golden, savory crust outside, making it both versatile and satisfying. The simple homemade sauce coats each piece with a perfect mix of sweet and savory, elevated by hints of fresh garlic and a touch of soy. Serve this dish hot, straight from the skillet or oven, paired with rice or noodles for a truly comforting meal that always pleases a crowd.
Crunchy sweet and loaded with bold flavors Double Crunch Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts have become my go to recipe when I want to really impress or satisfy a family craving for crispy chicken with kick. Each bite delivers an irresistible mix of tender chicken crusted with fragrant spices and a sticky savory honey garlic glaze. This recipe easily adapts between stovetop frying and oven baking meaning it suits just about any kitchen or dietary need
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Crispy golden crust with double breading for extra crunch
Sweet and savory sauce brings restaurant worthy flavor
Easy to swap between frying and baking for versatility
Can be made ahead and reheated without losing texture
One batch of spice mix preps you for two delicious meals
The first time I made this for a weekend get together the whole table went silent with that first sticky bite and now it is at the top of my must make list for family celebrations
Ingredients
Boneless skinless chicken breasts: make sure to choose large and evenly sized pieces for even cooking
All purpose flour: forms the base for the crisp breading and sticks to the chicken better than cake or bread flour
Salt and black pepper: are foundational for flavor in every layer
Ground ginger fresh nutmeg thyme and sage: infuse the coating with warm earthy notes choose fresh spices if possible for best results
Cayenne pepper and paprika: add a subtle heat and deep color Hungarian paprika is especially good for richness
Eggs and water: combined as a wash help the flour stick and create the double crunch
Olive oil and canola oil: are used for both the sauce and for frying you want clean oil with a neutral taste for the crispiest results
Minced garlic: gives the sauce a strong aromatic base always pick firm cloves for best flavor
Honey: brings sticky sweetness organic honey has the richest taste
Low sodium soy sauce: keeps the recipe from being overly salty and allows other flavors to shine
A touch more ground black pepper: balances the honey in the sauce
Step by Step Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Pound each chicken breast to an even half inch thickness using a meat mallet or carefully slice each breast in half so all portions cook evenly and stay juicy
Mix the Flour and Spices:
Sift flour with all the seasonings to create a flavorful dredge Mix extra and freeze half for a future quick meal
Whisk the Egg Wash:
Beat eggs with water until fully blended This will ensure the breading sticks for that double crunch layer
Season and Dredge the Chicken:
Lightly season each chicken piece with salt and pepper Dip first into the flour mix then into the egg wash and again into the flour mix pressing every coat firmly into the meat
Fry the Chicken:
Heat a skillet over medium low with enough canola oil to cover the base Once hot gently fry chicken pieces about four to five minutes per side until deeply golden and crunchy Regulate the heat so the crust browns but does not burn
Drain and Glaze:
Let fried chicken rest on a wire rack briefly then dip each piece in the honey garlic sauce Serve at once with your favorite sides
Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:
Warm olive oil in a saucepan and soften the minced garlic just until fragrant Add honey soy sauce and black pepper Let simmer gently for about five to ten minutes watching carefully so the sauce does not foam over
Bake Instead of Frying:
Heat a baking sheet in a hot oven at four hundred twenty five degrees Spread a thin film of oil and arrange breaded chicken pieces spaced well apart Spray lightly with oil Bake for twenty five to thirty minutes flipping once until crispy on both sides before glazing
Serve:
Dip your baked or fried chicken breasts in the thick honey garlic sauce and serve immediately for the crispiest texture and boldest flavor
A plate of fried chicken with sauce.
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You Must Know
This dish is high in protein and can be made gluten free by swapping flour for a gluten free blend
Both fried and baked methods give a deliciously crisp result so you can pick your favorite
The honey garlic sauce makes an amazing dip for fries or even roasted veggies
My favorite part is always opening a new jar of local honey for the sauce It fills the kitchen with warm sweet aroma and reminds me of late summer trips to the farmer market
Storage Tips
Once cooked this chicken keeps nicely in the refrigerator for up to three days Store it in an airtight container with a layer of parchment so the crust stays crisp Reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer to revive the crunch never microwave as that makes the coating soggy
Ingredient Substitutions
If you need to avoid eggs you can use buttermilk as a dip instead To keep things gluten free use a cup for cup style gluten free flour blend For a spicier sauce add a drizzle of sriracha or a pinch of chili flakes to the honey garlic mix
A yummy plate of fried chicken with sauce.
