Chilli Chicken 🌶️🍗
Crispy fried chicken tossed in a bold, spicy chili sauce
Description
This Chilli Chicken is a classic Indo-Chinese favorite that delivers big flavor in every bite. Crispy fried chicken pieces are coated in a sticky, spicy, garlicky chili sauce that’s equal parts savory, sweet, and fiery. It’s perfect as an appetizer, party dish, or served over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.
Quick to make and bursting with restaurant-style flavor, this homemade version is guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
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1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs), cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 egg
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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Oil, for frying
For the Chilli Sauce
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2 tablespoons oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
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2–3 tablespoons chili sauce
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon ketchup
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1 teaspoon vinegar
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½ teaspoon sugar
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1 small onion, sliced
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1 green bell pepper, sliced
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2 green chilies, slit (optional, for heat)
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2 green onions, chopped
Directions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine chicken, egg, salt, pepper, cornstarch, and flour. Mix until chicken is well coated. Let rest for 10–15 minutes.
2️⃣ Fry the Chicken
Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
3️⃣ Make the Chilli Sauce
In a wok or large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over high heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add onions, bell peppers, and green chilies. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
Stir in chili sauce, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, and sugar. Mix well.
4️⃣ Toss & Finish
Add fried chicken to the sauce and toss until fully coated. Cook for 1–2 minutes until glossy and sticky.
Garnish with green onions and serve hot.