Ingredients for Atk's Super Crispy Honey Dipped Fried Chicken
- 4 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces
- 2 quarts (8 cups) water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup kosher salt
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 4 quarts vegetable oil
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How to Make Atk's Super Crispy Honey Dipped Fried Chicken
- **Prepare Brine & Batter:** In a large bowl, whisk together 2 quarts (8 cups) water, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/2 cup salt until dissolved. In a separate bowl, prepare your batter (recipe not provided, please specify batter ingredients). Refrigerate both brine and batter for at least 30 minutes (up to 60 minutes).
- **Brine the Chicken:** Submerge your chicken pieces (specify amount and size, e.g., 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs) in the brine and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
- **Prepare for Frying:** Remove chicken from brine and pat completely dry with paper towels.
- **First Fry:** Dredge each chicken piece in 1/2 cup cornstarch, shaking off any excess. Dip in the batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Carefully place chicken pieces in a large pot or deep fryer filled with 4 quarts of oil heated to 350°F (175°C). Fry for 5-7 minutes, until lightly golden.
- **Drain & Cool:** Remove chicken from oil and place on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Let cool completely.
- **Second Fry:** Reheat oil to 350°F (175°C). Dip each chicken piece back into the batter and fry for another 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- **Prepare Honey Glaze:** In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup honey and 2 tablespoons of your favorite hot sauce. Microwave for 1 minute, or until warm and slightly thickened. (Stir halfway through).
- **Glaze the Chicken:** Toss the fried chicken pieces in the honey glaze, ensuring they are fully coated.
- **Serve & Enjoy:** Place glazed chicken on a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve immediately and enjoy your super crispy, honey-dipped fried chicken! Delicious hot or cold.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
316 g
Sugar
154g
Fat
28g
Carbs
20g
