Oven Fried Honey Garlic Chicken

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, Oven Fried Honey Garlic Chicken combines the indulgence of fried chicken with the ease of baking for a guilt-free twist on a classic. Tender chicken drumsticks or thighs are coated in a perfectly seasoned breadcrumb crust, baked to perfection, and tossed in a luscious homemade honey garlic sauce that's equal parts sweet, savory, and zesty. This straightforward recipe uses a few pantry staples like soy sauce, rice vinegar, and garlic to create a restaurant-quality glaze, while the addition of optional sesame seeds and green onions elevates the presentation. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining, this dish is ready in just about an hour and pairs beautifully with steamed veggies or fluffy rice. If you're searching for the ultimate crispy baked chicken recipe that doesn't skimp on flavor, this oven-fried honey garlic chicken is the perfect choice!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks or thighs
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Eggs
• 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 0 Olive oil spray
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet and lightly spray it with olive oil.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In a separate shallow dish, beat the eggs until well mixed.

Step 4

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third dish.

Step 5

Working one piece at a time, dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it thoroughly in the panko breadcrumbs. Press lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well.

Step 6

Place the breaded chicken pieces on the prepared wire rack. Spray the tops lightly with olive oil spray.

Step 7

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the breading is golden and crisp.

Step 8

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the honey garlic sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

Step 9

Add the minced garlic to the butter and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant (but not browned).

Step 10

Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 11

Once the chicken is done baking, transfer it to a large bowl. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and gently toss to coat.

Step 12

Serve the chicken immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1769.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3692.5

Total Fat 153.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1550mg	0%
Sodium 4422.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 278.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 105.2g
Protein 311.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 389.9mg	0%
Iron 25.4mg	0%
Potassium 3413.1mg	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: 36.9%

Protein: 33.3%

Carbs: 29.8%