Description
Crispy chicken bites coated in a flavorful cornstarch crust, tossed in a sticky, sweet, and slightly spicy chili sauce. This dish is fast, easy to prepare, and perfect served over rice for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup cornstarch
For Frying
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
Sauce
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the 1 ½ pounds of boneless skinless chicken pieces into a large bowl. Season evenly with ¼ teaspoon garlic salt and ½ teaspoon paprika. Crack the large egg over the chicken and use your hands to massage and coat all pieces thoroughly.
- Coat with Cornstarch: Transfer the seasoned chicken into a large Ziplock bag. Add 1 cup of cornstarch to the bag, seal it tightly, and shake vigorously to ensure every piece is well coated with cornstarch.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat ⅓ cup of vegetable oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the cornstarch-coated chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for 7-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Toss in Sauce and Serve: Pour 1 cup of sweet chili sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Toss gently to coat all pieces evenly with the sauce. Garnish with diced green onions if desired. Serve hot over cooked rice and enjoy!
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cornstarch and verify that the sweet chili sauce is gluten-free.
- You can make your own sweet chili sauce using chili flakes, sugar, vinegar, garlic, and cornstarch.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
- To keep the chicken extra crispy after frying, drain on a wire rack instead of paper towels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
