Description

This Baked Honey Garlic Chicken is crispy, tender, and coated in a sticky, sweet-savory honey garlic sauce. It’s an easy, oven-baked recipe perfect for busy weeknights! Serve it over rice, noodles, or roasted veggies for a delicious meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
2 tbsp olive oil (or cooking spray)

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (for thickening)

For Garnish:

1 tbsp sesame seeds
2 tbsp chopped green onions

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Instructions

Preheat & Prep the Chicken:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces or cutlets.
In a bowl, mix flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.

2. Bake the Chicken:

Place the coated chicken pieces on the baking sheet.
Drizzle with olive oil or spray lightly with cooking spray.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

3. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Mix cornstarch and water, then add to the sauce, stirring until thickened.

4. Coat & Serve:

Toss the baked chicken in the honey garlic sauce until well coated.
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Serve over rice, noodles, or vegetables and enjoy!

Notes

Air Fryer Option: Cook at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Want extra crispy chicken? Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.

Make it spicy: Add ½ tsp red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce