THE BEST HONEY BUTTER FRIED CHICKEN

INGREDIENTS:

Fried Chicken:

• 2 lbs bone-in chicken
• 6 cups water
• 1/4 cup salt
• 1 tsp  granulated garlic
• 1 tsp  onion powder
• 1 tsp  paprika
• 4 tbsp all purpose flour
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 eggs
• salt and pepper to taste

Honey Butter Sauce:

• 4 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 garlic cloves
• pinch of red crushed pepper
• 2-3 dried red chilies optional
• salt to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a large bowl, combine the water and salt.
2. Place the chicken in the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour.
3. Using a paper towel, pat dry the chicken and let it come to room temperature.
4. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, granulated garlic, onion powder, paprika, eggs, a pinch of salt, and pepper to taste.
5. Place the chicken in the flour-egg mixture and let it sit for about 20 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
7. Fry the chicken for 8-10 minutes on each side.
8. Bake the chicken in the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through.
9. To make the honey butter sauce, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
10. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant …