Description
Crispy Chilli Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that features succulent chicken pieces coated in a golden, crunchy batter and drenched in a sweet and spicy sauce. This delightful recipe is not only quick to prepare but also perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal with family. With vibrant colors and tantalizing flavors, each bite will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken thighs
- All-purpose flour
- Eggs
- Chili powder
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Honey
- Spring onions (for garnish)
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- Set up a breading station with flour mixed with chili powder, beaten eggs, and an empty bowl for coated chicken.
- Dip each chicken piece in the flour mixture, then egg, and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (about 350°F). Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy (5-7 minutes per batch).
- In another saucepan, heat soy sauce and honey until warm; add more chili powder for extra heat if desired.
- Toss the fried chicken in the sauce until well-coated. Serve topped with spring onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg