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Honey-Glazed Fried Chicken

featured in How To Cook Using A Cast Iron

Sweet and savory unite in this finger-licking Honey Glazed Fried Chicken recipe that'll have you craving more. Crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, this dish is perfect for a fun family dinner or a weekend cookout.

Pierce Abernathy
Tasty Team
97% would make again
Honey-Glazed Fried Chicken

Ingredients

for 4 servings

Chicken

  • 4 chicken drumsticks
  • 4 chicken thighs

Brine

  • 8 cups water (1.9 L)
  • ¾ cup apple cider vinegar (180 mL)
  • 3 tablespoons salt

Seasoning

  • lemon pepper, to taste
  • onion powder, to taste
  • garlic powder, to taste
  • seasoned salt, to taste

Breading

  • 3 cups flour (375 g)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk (240 mL)
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce

Glaze

  • ¼ cup honey (85 mL)
  • 2 tablespoons water

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 873
  • Fat 20g
  • Carbs 106g
  • Fiber 2g
  • Sugar 25g
  • Protein 62g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. In a large glass bowl, combine water, vinegar, and salt, mixing until some salt is dissolved. Add chicken, cover, and refrigerate for 2-8 hours.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine eggs, milk, and hot sauce to create the egg wash.
  3. Add flour to bowl and set aside.
  4. Remove chicken from brine, place in bowl and season.
  5. Transfer chicken to egg wash then the flour, coating evenly.
  6. Fry chicken in a large cast-iron pan for 10-15 minutes on each side.
  7. Place chicken on drying rack and let cool for 5 minutes.
  8. Mix honey and water together and lightly brush each piece of chicken.
  9. Enjoy!
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