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Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken

Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken: Your New Favorite Cozy Dinner

Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken brings the tantalizing flavors of takeout home with a healthier twist. Easy to prepare in under an hour!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large Egg Beaten well
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Cornstarch Creates a crispy texture when fried
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste, prefer low-sodium
For the Marinade
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey
  • ¼ cup Water Tap water
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Dry sherry can be a substitute
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda Tenderizes the chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for tamari for gluten-free
For Frying
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil Canola or peanut oil adds flavor
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped to add color and freshness

Equipment

  • Wok
  • mixing bowl
  • Slotted Spoon
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, salt, brown sugar, water, rice wine, baking soda, and soy sauce to create a marinade. Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add to marinade. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. While chicken is marinating, beat one large egg in a bowl for the egg wash. Set aside.
  3. Drain marinated chicken, dip each piece in egg wash, then coat with cornstarch.
  4. Heat ½ inch of vegetable oil in a wok or deep frying pan to 350°F. Test with a piece of bread.
  5. Fry coated chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  6. Return fried chicken to wok over low heat, add additional salt and cracked pepper to taste. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer before transferring to a freezer-safe bag; it lasts up to 3 months.

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