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Chilli Chicken

Irresistibly Spicy Chilli Chicken You Can’t Resist

This Chilli Chicken recipe features crispy chicken and bold flavors, perfect for a quick meal or impressing guests.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless Chicken Use dark meat for juiciness.
  • 6-7 tablespoons Corn Starch For coating.
For the Vegetables
  • 0.5 Green Pepper Adds crunch and sweetness.
  • 0.5 Onion Caramelized for depth of flavor.
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Garlic-Ginger-Onion Mix Key aromatic.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Enhances overall taste.
  • 0.5 tablespoon Chilli Powder Provides signature spice.
For the Sauce
  • 1.5 tablespoons Soy Sauce (dark)
  • 2.5 tablespoons Soy Sauce (regular)
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 0.5 cup Water To adjust sauce consistency.
Optional for Variations
  • Cayenne Pepper Substitute for chilli powder for more heat.

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan or wok
  • Large Bowl
  • skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut 1.5 lbs of boneless chicken into 1-inch pieces. Marinate with garlic-ginger-onion mix, soy sauce, chilli powder, and black pepper for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together remaining soy sauces, rice vinegar, and honey. Add corn starch mixed with water to create the sauce.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Coat marinated chicken with corn starch and fry for 5-6 minutes until crispy.
  4. In a skillet, heat oil and sauté chopped onion and green pepper for about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the prepared sauce and thicken for 2-3 minutes. Combine with fried chicken.
  6. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use dark meat chicken for best results and ensure uniform corn starch coating for crispiness. Adjust spice levels based on preference.

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