Crispy Garlic Chicken

Name: Crispy Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian-American
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1/3 cup cornstarch; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 16 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 2.5 cups vegetable oil (for frying); 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tsp sugar; 1/4 tsp white pepper; 1/2 tsp sesame oil; 2 green onions, sliced; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy, golden crust and tossed with fragrant fried garlic and a savory sauce. A viral TikTok favorite that is irresistible over rice or noodles.

35 minMediumServes 4480 cal/serving

Asian-AmericanDinnerStovetopStandard

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
16 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2.5 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp white pepper
1/2 tsp sesame oil
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1

Toss 2 lbs cut into bite-sized pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs with 1/3 cup cornstarch, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2

Heat 2.5 cups vegetable oil (for frying) to 350°F in a deep pot or Dutch oven. Working in batches, fry chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
3

Carefully pour out most of the oil, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the pot. Heat to medium and add 16 thinly sliced garlic cloves. Fry for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy. Be careful not to burn.
4

Return chicken to the pot. Add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. Toss to coat, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
5

Drizzle with 1/2 tsp sesame oil and toss again. Top with 2 sliced green onions and chili flakes if desired. Serve immediately over rice.

Questions

Can I make Crispy Garlic Chicken gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Crispy Garlic Chicken keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Crispy Garlic Chicken?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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