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Asian-Style Crispy Garlic Chicken

A quick and easy recipe for crispy garlic chicken, perfect for busy nights or impressing guests with a flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch Don't skip for extra crispiness
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to cover Vegetable oil For frying
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes Optional for a kick!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Pour enough vegetable oil into a skillet to cover the bottom about an inch deep. Heat it over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  3. Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying them in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
  4. In a separate small saucepan, add minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Once the chicken is done, place it onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Drizzle your garlic sauce over the chicken pieces and toss gently to coat.
  6. Serve the chicken on a platter, ideally with a side of steamed rice or a fresh salad.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven for best results. To make it spicy, feel free to add more red pepper flakes or a splash of Sriracha!