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Crispy sweet chili chicken

Ultimate Crispy Sweet Chili Chicken With 5-Star Crunch


  • Author: Goodoleach
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A delicious and easy-to-make crispy chicken dish coated in a sweet chili sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 500g boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp minced ginger
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  2. Dip chicken pieces in beaten eggs, then coat with cornstarch mixture.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry chicken until golden and crispy (about 4-5 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
  4. In a separate pan, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Toss crispy chicken in the sauce until evenly coated.
  6. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, double-fry the chicken.
  • Adjust chili sauce quantity based on spice preference.
  • Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: crispy sweet chili chicken, easy chicken recipe, Asian chicken dish