Sweet and Crispy Fried Chicken 🍗🍯
Golden-fried, perfectly seasoned, and drenched in a sticky-sweet glaze—this is fried chicken like you’ve never had before!
Craving something crispy, juicy, and irresistibly sweet? This Sweet and Crispy Fried Chicken recipe is the ultimate comfort food combo: tender chicken marinated in buttermilk and spices, fried to golden perfection, then coated in a luscious honey-soy glaze that hits all the right notes—salty, sweet, tangy, and a little spicy!
It’s a total crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for game night, weekend dinners, or anytime you want to treat yourself to something special.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 10 pieces of chicken wings or drumsticks
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups oil for frying
For the Sweet Sauce:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they’re fully coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or ideally overnight for maximum flavor and tenderness.
2. Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix the flour with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and dredge each piece in the flour mixture until completely coated.
Shake off the excess and place on a tray.
3. Fry to Crispy Perfection
Heat the oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the chicken in batches for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
4. Make the Sweet Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
5. Glaze and Serve
Drizzle or toss the crispy chicken in the warm sweet sauce until well coated.
Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, or extra chili flakes if you’re feeling fancy!
Serving Suggestions
Pair this crave-worthy chicken with:
- Crispy fries
- Creamy coleslaw
- Garlic rice or mashed potatoes
- Pickled cucumbers or a light salad
It’s perfect as a snack, party platter, or indulgent dinner.
Recipe Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Yields: 4 servings
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven for maximum crisp!
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