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Crispy Chicken Thighs


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious crispy chicken thighs coated in a flavorful batter, perfect for serving with your favorite sides.


Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup mochiko (sweet rice flour)
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sliced green onions
  • 5 tablespoons soy sauce (such as Aloha™ Shoyu)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (Optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced, or more to taste)
  • 3 pounds skinless (boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips)
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together mochiko flour, cornstarch, sugar, salt, eggs, green onions, soy sauce, garlic, and sesame seeds until smooth.
  2. Cut chicken thighs into strips and add them to the marinade, coating well. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. Fry chicken strips in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
  5. Serve hot with your favorite sides like Popeyes Coleslaw or a refreshing Baby Bellini Mocktail.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate longer if time permits.
  • Adjust the garlic to taste for a stronger flavor.
  • These chicken thighs pair well with rice or salad.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg