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Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken

Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken: A Juicy Family Favorite Recipe

Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken is a quick, flavorful takeout classic, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large Egg to help the coating adhere
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Cornstarch or all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced, adjust to taste
For the Marinade
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust for sodium intake
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or substitute white sugar or honey
  • ½ cup Water for mixing
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine or dry sherry
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda for tenderizing
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil for frying, canola or peanut oil
For Garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onions chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Wok or Deep Frying Pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, salt, brown sugar, water, rice wine, baking soda, and soy sauce. Whisk until combined. Add chicken and marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Whisk the egg in a separate bowl to prepare the egg wash.
  3. Drain excess liquid from chicken, coat it in the egg wash, and then toss in cornstarch for an even coating.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry coated chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove chicken, toss with additional salt and pepper, and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes before frying for optimal crispiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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