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Crispy Chilli Chicken: A Delicious Recipe to Try Today!

Crispy Chilli Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish featuring bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in a crispy batter and tossed in a spicy sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk.
  3. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then coat it in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated chicken pieces in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, chili paste, and sesame oil.
  6. Once all the chicken is fried, return it to the skillet over medium heat. Pour the sauce over the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs to the flour mixture before coating the chicken.
  • Substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option, or use tofu for a vegetarian version.

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