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Sweet Chili Chicken

4 Irresistible Sweet Chili Chicken Secrets for Perfect Crispiness *Note: 56 characters including spaces*

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A simple and delicious sweet chili chicken recipe with crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy chili sauce.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • oil for frying
  • 3/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1/3 cup sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Place the eggs in a bowl, add salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Mix the flour and cornstarch together and place in a shallow bowl or on a plate.
  3. Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pot to 350 degrees F.
  4. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg, then roll into the flour mixture. Repeat with all of the chicken.
  5. Fry 7-8 pieces of chicken at a time for 5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Repeat the process with all of the chicken.
  6. Toss the chicken with the chili sauce. Sprinkle with green onions and serve.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce to your taste.
  • Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg