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These fried Chinese chicken pieces are crispy, succulent, and hard to stop eating! They're so good that they will give your local Chinese restaurant a run for their money. Enjoy with rice and sweet and sour sauce.
Submitted byfa the wondercat
Updated on May 1, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 chicken breasts
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Ingredients
Batter:
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ cup water, or more if needed
vegetable oil for frying
Chicken:
5 tablespoons cornstarch
1 pinch ground white pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
Directions
Make batter: Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Drizzle in sesame oil. Gradually add water, whisking constantly until smooth; batter should be the consistency of cream. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
Fill a deep pan or wok with oil and slowly heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Prepare chicken: Mix together cornstarch and white pepper in a large shallow dish. Dust chicken in cornstarch mixture, then dip into batter, evenly coating each piece.
Working in batches, fry coated chicken in hot oil until golden and no longer pink in the center, 4 to 5 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).Use a slotted spoon to remove fried chicken to a clean kitchen towel to drain.
Editor's Note:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 338 | Calories |
| 10g | Fat |
| 34g | Carbs |
| 27g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe4 | |
| Calories338 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat10g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat2g | 9% |
| Cholesterol65mg | 22% |
| Sodium341mg | 15% |
| Total Carbohydrate34g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars0g | |
| Protein27g | 54% |
| Vitamin C0mg | 0% |
| Calcium153mg | 12% |
| Iron3mg | 14% |
| Potassium229mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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