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Hawaiian Garlic Chicken

Crispy Hawaiian Garlic Chicken You'll Crave Every Week

Indulge in this Crispy Hawaiian Garlic Chicken, a delightful blend of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless chicken thighs Essential for tenderness and juiciness.
  • 1/2 cup Flour This ensures a crispy texture.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Enhances the crispiness.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy sauce Opt for low-sodium for a healthier meal.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Brown sugar is preferred.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh for best flavor.
For the Heat
  • 1 cup Jalapeños Adjust for spice level.
  • 1 cup Oil Vegetable or canola for frying.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • saucepans
  • thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Combine flour and cornstarch in a medium bowl, then dredge chicken in the mixture.
  3. Heat enough vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Fry chicken pieces in batches for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Combine soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and ginger in a saucepan and simmer.
  6. Toss fried chicken in the garlic sauce until well coated.
  7. Fry sliced jalapeños in the same oil until crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Serve chicken topped with fried jalapeños, alongside rice and salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is dry before coating for better crispiness. Fry in batches to avoid steaming and check sauce for balance before mixing with chicken.

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