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Crispy Sweet Chilli Chicken

Tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy batter and tossed in sweet chili sauce for a homemade takeout favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Coating
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • vegetable oil for frying
Sauce
  • 0.5 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch slurry 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water, optional
Garnish
  • sliced green onions
  • sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Dip chicken in beaten eggs, then coat in flour mixture.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Heat 2–3 minutes. Add cornstarch slurry if thicker sauce desired.
  4. Toss fried chicken in sauce until fully coated.
  5. Serve immediately over rice or noodles. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra crispiness, fry chicken in small batches to maintain oil temperature.