Description
Crispy Chilli Chicken is a deliciously spicy and crunchy dish made with tender chicken bites coated in a flavorful batter and tossed in a zesty sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped into small chunks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup canola oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
- Chili flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and baking soda.
- In a separate bowl, combine the egg and buttermilk, mixing well.
- Dip each chicken piece into the buttermilk mixture, then roll it in the seasoned flour, ensuring an even coating.
- In a large frying pan, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is shimmering, add the breaded chicken pieces in small batches, frying for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- In another bowl, mix together the teriyaki sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, sriracha, and toasted sesame oil.
- Drizzle the spicy sauce over the fried chicken and toss gently to coat.
- Finish by sprinkling chopped green onions and chili flakes on top before serving.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider a double frying technique: fry once, let rest, and fry again for a few minutes.
- For a lighter option, bake the coated chicken at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until crispy and fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg