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Crispy garlic chicken

Crispy garlic chicken: A 30 Minute Weeknight Savior


  • Author: folderfood
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Cook this crispy garlic chicken for a satisfying meal. You coat bite-sized chicken pieces and fry them until golden. A savory garlic sauce coats every piece. Serve this dish with hot rice or fresh vegetables.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 green onion, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Mix the chicken with salt and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Toss the chicken in cornstarch until fully coated.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry the chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
  7. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1 minute.
  8. Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil.
  9. Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce.
  10. Top with chopped green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use chicken breast if you prefer leaner meat.
  • Fry in batches to maintain a high oil temperature.
  • Add red pepper flakes for spicy heat.
  • Serve immediately to keep the texture crunchy.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

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