Crispy Spicy Jalapeño Chicken: Homemade Crunchy Bliss

This Crispy Spicy Jalapeño Chicken brings a delightful blend of flavors and textures to your dinner table.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Thighs Juicy protein source
1 cup Cornstarch Gluten-free alternative
1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred

For the Sauce

1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Umami base
2 tablespoons Water For thinning the sauce
2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Lightly packed
2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced

For the Spicy Kick

2 medium Jalapeños Deseed for less heat
1 cup Vegetable Oil High smoke point for frying

Equipment

deep frying pan
mixing bowls
Wire rack

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat dry the chicken thighs and coat with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch.
Whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, and garlic in a bowl.
Heat oil to 315°F, fry chicken in batches for 5-6 minutes.
Increase oil to 350°F, fry again for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
Combine fried chicken with sauce and jalapeños in a skillet.
Serve with steamed rice or an Asian cucumber salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the spice level according to your preference by adjusting jalapeños.

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