Crispy Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce

Get ready to elevate your fried chicken game with this irresistible recipe for Crispy Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce! Perfectly marinated chicken drumsticks are coated in a seasoned flour mix, double-dipped for maximum crunch, and fried to golden perfection. The highlight? A luscious honey garlic sauce, made with fragrant minced garlic, sweet honey, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, creating the ultimate sweet-and-savory glaze. Whether you're planning a family dinner, game day feast, or an indulgent comfort meal, this recipe delivers bold flavors and a satisfying crunch in every bite. Serve it fresh and hot, and watch it disappear from the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Step 8: Serve. Plate the fried chicken and serve immediately, enjoying the contrast of crispy texture and the sweet, savory sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2329.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7025.8

Total Fat 568.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 285.9g
Cholesterol 1238.5mg	0%
Sodium 8429.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 283.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 78.6g
Protein 241.2g	0%

Vitamin D 354.6IU	0%
Calcium 850.5mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 3352.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.9%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 15.7%