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Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken

Crispy Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken You'll Crave Every Time

This Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken is a quick, easy, and delicious snack that will leave you wanting more.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Skinless Boneless Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy meat
  • 1 large Egg White Helps bind the marinade
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Adds umami flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Substitute with chicken broth for non-alcoholic
  • 1 tablespoon White Granulated Sugar Balances savory flavors
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese Five Spice Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall taste
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper Can substitute with black pepper
For the Coating and Frying
  • 1 cup Potato Starch Creates crunchy exterior
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Ideal for frying
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup Thai Basil Adds aromatic flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • deep pan
  • slotted spoon
  • kitchen thermometer
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dice the skinless boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Combine with egg white, minced garlic, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, white sugar, Chinese five spice, salt, and white pepper in a mixing bowl. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Spread an even layer of potato starch on a plate. Remove chicken from marinade and dredge each piece in potato starch.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  4. Lower coated chicken pieces into hot oil in small batches. Fry for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Quickly add washed Thai basil leaves to hot oil for 10-15 seconds until crispy. Remove and place on paper towels.
  6. Plate fried chicken, sprinkle with fried basil, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in an air fryer for the best crunch.

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