This Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is the perfect snack or quick dinner. Golden fried chicken bites tossed in buttery garlic and parmesan make a crowd-pleasing dish that’s easy to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Crispy & flavorful: The panko coating and parmesan create an irresistible crunch.
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Quick & easy: Simple ingredients, minimal prep time, and ready fast.
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Versatile: Enjoy it as a snack, appetizer, or serve over rice for a full meal.
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Crowd favorite: Perfect for family dinners, game nights, or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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250g chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp white pepper
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1 tsp MSG
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 egg
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2 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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¼ cup grated parmesan
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Oil, for frying
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
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3–4 tbsp melted butter
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¼ cup grated parmesan
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Handful of chopped parsley
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
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In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, salt, MSG, white pepper, and black pepper.
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Mix well and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Coat the Chicken
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Add egg and cornflour to the marinated chicken and mix until evenly coated.
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In a separate bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with grated parmesan.
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Coat each chicken piece in the panko-parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to ensure it sticks.
Step 3: Fry Until Crispy
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Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Fry the coated chicken pieces until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
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Remove and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
Step 4: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
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In a small bowl, combine melted butter, parmesan, and parsley.
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Toss the crispy chicken in the garlic butter mixture until well coated.
Step 5: Serve
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Serve immediately as a snack or with rice for a complete meal.
Storage & Reheating Tips
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To store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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To reheat: Air fry or bake at 180°C (350°F) for 5–7 minutes until hot and crisp again.
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Avoid microwaving as it can make the coating soggy.
Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 250 g chicken cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp white pepper
- 1 tsp MSG
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp cornflour cornstarch
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- Oil for frying
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 3 –4 tbsp melted butter
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- Handful of chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, salt, MSG, white pepper, and black pepper.
- Mix well and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- Add egg and cornflour to the marinated chicken and mix until evenly coated.
- In a separate bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with grated parmesan.
- Coat each chicken piece in the panko-parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to ensure it sticks.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the coated chicken pieces until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Remove and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, parmesan, and parsley.
- Toss the crispy chicken in the garlic butter mixture until well coated.
- Serve immediately as a snack or with rice for a complete meal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Can I bake or air fry instead of deep frying?
Yes! You can bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15–18 minutes or air fry for 10–12 minutes until golden and crisp.
Q. Can I use chicken thighs instead of breast?
Absolutely chicken thighs will make it even juicier and more flavorful.
Q. What can I serve this with?
It pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or a side of roasted veggies.
Q. Can I make it ahead of time?
Yes, you can prep and coat the chicken in advance, then store it in the fridge for up to 4 hours before frying.
