Crispy Chicken Bites
Well seasoned chicken breast coated in cornstarch and fried until golden and crispy. Serve on their own with dipping sauce, over rice, or with noodles.
Ingredients
- 750 g chicken breast cut into bite sized cubes
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp white pepper
- 1 tsp MSG optional
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1 cup cornstarch
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite sized cubes. Add soy sauce, salt, white pepper, MSG, garlic powder, onion powder, and egg. Mix well until fully coated. Marinate for at least 20 to 30 minutes.
- Add the cornstarch and baking powder to the bowl and toss until every piece is evenly coated and looks dry on the outside.
- Heat oil in a deep pot or wok to around 175°C. Fry the chicken in batches for 4 to 5 minutes until golden, crispy, and cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pot. Drain on a wire rack or paper towel. For extra crispiness, rest for a minute then fry again for 1 to 2 minutes at a slightly higher heat.
- Serve immediately with sweet chilli sauce or your favorite dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
Shallow Fry: Heat a generous amount of oil in a wide pan over medium high heat. Fry in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain before serving.
Air Fryer: Spray chicken generously with oil. Air fry at 200°C for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway and spraying with more oil before flipping.