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Salt and Pepper Chicken Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful Salt and Pepper Chicken featuring tender bite-sized chicken breast pieces marinated and fried to golden perfection, tossed with aromatic garlic, green onions, and a savory blend of salt, pepper, and soy sauce for a delicious Asian-inspired dish.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 1 lb Chicken Breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 Egg
  • 3/4 cup Cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 2 Tbsp Green Onions, chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Salt (for marinade)
  • 2 tsp Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Water
  • 1 Tbsp Rice Wine
  • 1/4 tsp Baking Soda
  • 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
  • Vegetable Oil (for frying)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, 1 tsp salt, 2 tsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp water, 1 tbsp rice wine, 1/4 tsp baking soda, and 2 tbsp soy sauce. Stir well to mix. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the marinade and stir until all pieces are coated. Let the chicken marinate for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  2. Coat the Chicken: In a separate bowl, beat the egg with a fork. Once marinated, drain excess marinade from the chicken and add the chicken pieces to the beaten egg, tossing to coat evenly. Then add 3/4 cup cornstarch and toss again until the chicken pieces are fully coated with the starch, which will help achieve a crispy texture.
  3. Heat the Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a wok or deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is enough to fully submerge the chicken pieces. Wait until the oil is hot, around 350°F (175°C), to ensure crisp frying.
  4. Fry the Chicken: In batches, carefully add coated chicken pieces to the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 4-6 minutes per batch depending on size. Remove the cooked chicken and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat until all chicken is fried.
  5. Toss and Serve: Drain the oil from the wok, then return all the fried chicken pieces to the pan. Toss them together on medium heat just to warm through evenly. Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. Finally, garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately to enjoy the crunchy, savory Salt and Pepper Chicken.

Notes

  • Make sure oil temperature is hot enough to avoid greasy chicken and achieve crispiness.
  • Frying in batches prevents overcrowding and ensures even cooking.
  • Use fresh garlic and green onions for best flavor.
  • Drain the excess marinade before coating in egg to prevent sogginess.
  • Adjust salt and pepper seasoning according to taste at the end.

Keywords: Salt and Pepper Chicken, Crispy Chicken, Fried Chicken, Chinese Chicken Recipe, Asian Chicken, Chicken Stir Fry, Garlic Chicken

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