Oven Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce Recipe

Introduction

Oven Fried Chicken offers a crispy, golden crust without the mess of deep frying, making it a healthier and convenient comfort food. Paired with tender broccoli and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce, this dish is perfect for a satisfying family meal.

Ingredients

• 2 broccoli heads (washed and dried, cut into florets)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch pepper
• 6 bone-in skinless chicken thighs
• 1 pinch salt (to season chicken)
• 1 pinch pepper (to season chicken)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoky)
• 1 3/4 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, to serve)
• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (or white or apple cider vinegar, optional)
• 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside to marinate while you prepare the chicken.
2. Step 2: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked egg, milk, garlic powder, salt, and paprika, and one with Panko breadcrumbs mixed with vegetable oil.
3. Step 3: Dredge each chicken thigh in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat evenly with the Panko mixture, pressing to adhere. Place coated chicken on a baking sheet.
4. Step 4: Optionally, lightly spray the tops of the chicken thighs with cooking oil spray to encourage extra crispiness.
5. Step 5: Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes more until the chicken is cooked through, crust is golden and crispy, and broccoli is tender-crisp.
6. Step 6: To make the honey garlic sauce, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar (if using), and minced garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low.
7. Step 7: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
8. Step 8: Garnish the baked chicken with fresh parsley and serve immediately with the honey garlic sauce alongside the broccoli.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crunch, spray the chicken with oil before baking or use an air fryer as described below.
• Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
• Try smoky paprika for a deeper flavor or add a pinch of cayenne for a hint of heat.
• You can omit the vinegar in the sauce if you prefer a sweeter and milder sauce.
• Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.

Storage

Store leftover chicken and broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) to maintain crispiness. The honey garlic sauce can be kept separately in the fridge for up to 1 week and reheated gently on the stove before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

Yes, you can use boneless or bone-in chicken breasts, but they may cook faster and can dry out more easily. Adjust baking time accordingly and monitor to avoid overcooking.

How do I make this recipe in an air fryer?

Place the breaded chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with cooking oil and cook at 392°F (200°C) for about 25 minutes until golden and cooked through. Toss broccoli florets in the air fryer at 356°F (180°C) for about 7 minutes until tender-crisp. Serve with the honey garlic sauce.

Oven Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce Recipe

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This Oven Fried Chicken recipe offers a crispy, golden brown crust on juicy, skinless chicken thighs paired with tender-crisp broccoli and a flavorful honey garlic sauce. The dish combines oven baking with a classic breading technique for a healthier fried chicken alternative, complete with an optional air fryer method for a quicker, equally delicious result.

• Author: lina
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Broccoli & Seasoning

• 2 broccoli heads (washed and dried, cut into florets)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch pepper

Chicken & Breading

• 6 bone-in skinless chicken thighs
• 1 pinch salt (to season)
• 1 pinch pepper (to season)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoky)
• 1 3/4 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• Cooking oil spray (optional for crispness)

Honey Garlic Sauce

• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (or white or apple cider vinegar, optional)
• 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)

Garnish

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

1. Prepare Broccoli: In a bowl, combine the broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat and set aside to marinate slightly.
2. Season Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper evenly on both sides. Prepare three shallow bowls for breading: one with flour, one with a whisked mixture of egg, milk, garlic powder, salt, and paprika, and one with Panko breadcrumbs mixed with vegetable oil.
3. Bread the Chicken: Working with one chicken thigh at a time, coat each piece first in flour, then dip it fully into the egg mixture, and finally dredge it in the Panko breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating well. Place the breaded chicken on a prepared baking sheet, and repeat with all thighs.
4. Optional Oil Spray: Lightly spray the coated chicken thighs with cooking oil spray to enhance crispiness when baking.
5. Bake the Chicken and Broccoli: Place the baking sheet with chicken into the preheated oven and cook for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, crispy, and golden brown, while the broccoli becomes tender-crisp.
6. Make Honey Garlic Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, optional vinegar, and minced garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then immediately reduce heat to low to avoid burning.
7. Thicken Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and continue stirring for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens nicely. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
8. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the cooked chicken with fresh parsley and serve immediately alongside the honey garlic sauce for dipping or drizzling.
9. Optional Air Fryer Method – Chicken: Arrange the breaded chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray the breading with cooking oil and air fry at 392°F (200°C) for 25 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
10. Optional Air Fryer Method – Broccoli: Toss the broccoli florets in the air fryer basket and cook separately at 356°F (180°C) for 7 minutes until tender-crisp.
11. Final Toss and Serve: Combine cooked chicken and broccoli with honey garlic sauce, tossing gently to coat all pieces. Serve immediately for a flavorful meal.

Notes

• You can substitute bone-in skinless chicken thighs with chicken drumsticks or breasts, though cooking time may vary.
• The cooking oil spray helps achieve a crispier crust but is optional; brushing with a little oil also works well.
• The rice wine vinegar in the sauce is optional; you may replace it with white or apple cider vinegar or omit altogether for a sweeter sauce.
• For gluten-free option, replace all-purpose flour and Panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
• Check chicken internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving.
• The air fryer method significantly reduces overall cooking time compared to oven baking.

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