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Salt And Pepper Chicken

Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken Inspired by Takeout Cravings

This crispy salt and pepper chicken recipe brings your favorite takeout dish to your kitchen, offering a satisfying crunch with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thigh or breast Cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Adds umami flavor
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine (or dry sherry) Enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar Provides subtle sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper Adjust based on heat preference
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
For the Coating
  • 1 cup cornstarch Provides the crispy coating
  • 1 teaspoon extra white pepper For tossing
  • 1 tablespoon chillies Optional, sliced
For Frying
  • Oil for frying Needed for deep frying

Equipment

  • Deep pan or heavy-bottomed pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • shallow dish
  • slotted spoon
  • Cooking thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate chicken by combining chicken pieces, soy sauce, rice wine, brown sugar, salt, white pepper, and minced garlic in a bowl. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the coating by placing cornstarch in a shallow dish. Dredge marinated chicken pieces in cornstarch before frying.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350–360°F (175–180°C) to ensure crispy frying.
  4. Fry coated chicken pieces in small batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown, turning occasionally.
  5. Drain excess oil from fried chicken using a slotted spoon and toss hot chicken with extra white pepper and chilies.
  6. Let the fried chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal results, ensure oil temperature is maintained and adjust seasonings to personal preference.

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