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Salt and Pepper Crispy Chicken

Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Experience the delightful crunch of Salt and Pepper Crispy Chicken, a savory Asian-inspired dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 370
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or Breasts Opt for boneless thighs for extra moisture.
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Swap for gluten-free all-purpose flour if desired.
For the Seasoning
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh ginger can be added for extra flavor.
  • 2 pcs Fresh Red Chilies Sliced; adjust or omit for milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground White Pepper Black pepper can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt recommended for better flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Balance flavors; adjust amount to taste.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chopped; can substitute with chives.
For Frying
  • Oil as needed for Deep Frying Use neutral oils like canola or peanut.

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan or pot
  • Mixing bowls
  • Slotted spoon
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting your chicken thighs or breasts into uniform, bite-sized pieces, roughly 1-2 inches in size.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together equal parts cornstarch and all-purpose flour. Coat each chicken piece in the flour mixture.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan or pot until it reaches 350°F (175°C); test with a pinch of flour.
  4. Fry the coated chicken pieces in small batches for approximately 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Sauté minced garlic and sliced fresh chilies in a clean pan over low heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add the fried chicken pieces to the pan with sautéed aromatics, tossing with salt, ground white pepper, and sugar.
  7. Garnish the chicken with finely chopped green onions before serving immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 27gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum crispiness, serve your Salt and Pepper Crispy Chicken immediately after cooking.

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