Best 3 Crispy Chilli Chicken Recipes

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Crispy Chilli Chicken is an Indo-Chinese dish that combines the flavors of both cuisines to create a delectable treat. This dish features succulent chicken pieces coated in a crispy batter and tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce made with soy sauce, vinegar, and chili peppers. The result is a tantalizing balance of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more.

In this article, we'll provide you with two irresistible recipes for Crispy Chilli Chicken:

1. **Classic Crispy Chilli Chicken**: This recipe takes you on a culinary journey to the streets of India, where this dish originated. We'll guide you through the process of creating that perfect crispy coating for the chicken and preparing the flavorful sauce that brings it all together.

2. **Schezwan Crispy Chilli Chicken**: This variation adds a fiery twist to the classic dish, incorporating the bold flavors of Schezwan sauce. We'll show you how to make this spicy sauce from scratch, using authentic ingredients that will give your Crispy Chilli Chicken an extra kick.

Whether you prefer the classic or the Schezwan version, these recipes will help you create a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary adventure to make some Crispy Chilli Chicken that will tantalize your taste buds!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY CHILLI CHICKEN WITH BROCCOLI



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Crispy Chilli Chicken with Broccoli. A quick Asian-style chicken stir fry, ready in 20 minutes! Including gluten free instructions.

Provided by Nicky Corbishley

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tbsp vegetable oil
Pinch of salt and pepper
2 tbsp cornflour/cornstarch
2 chicken breasts (cut into thin strips)
1 thumb sized piece of ginger (peeled and finely chopped/grated)
3 garlic cloves (peeled and finely chopped/crushed)
1 large head of broccoli cut into small florets
Juice of 2 limes
6 tbsp dark soy sauce ((Use tamari for gluten free)*)
6 tbsp caster sugar
1 red chilli - chopped (discard the seeds if you don't like it too hot)
Small bunch spring onions/scallions chopped
Boiled rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a wok or large frying. Mix the salt and pepper with the cornflour and toss the chicken strips in the cornflour until completely coated.
  • When the oil is hot, tip the chicken in and fry until golden brown and crispy. You may need to do this in two batches. Using a slotted spoon, remove the chicken from the pan and place in a bowl lined with kitchen roll to soak up excess fat.
  • There should still be left some oil in the pan at this point. You need about 1 tbsp, so carefully discard some if you have more than that.
  • Take the wok off the heat or turn it down very low and add in the ginger and garlic (the garlic will burn if you have it on a high heat), give it a stir for 30 seconds and then add the broccoli and chopped chilli to the pan.
  • Fry for a 2-3 minutes, so it's warmed through but still crisp. Then remove the broccoli from the wok.
  • Mix the lime juice, soy sauce and sugar in a small bowl, then pour onto the wok.
  • Turn up the heat and let it bubble for a couple of minutes until the sauce starts to reduce and thicken (see note below if using tamari).
  • Add the chicken and broccoli back in, give it a stir and heat through for 1 minute, then serve with boiled rice. Garnish with the spring onions and more chopped chillies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 2174 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 30 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SIMPLE CHILLI CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chicken breasts, salt, pepper, egg, flour, green pepper, red pepper, rice, garlic cloves, red chilli, soy sauce, tomato puree, water

Provided by Ellie Holland

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 egg, beaten
¾ cup flour
1 green pepper, sliced
1 red pepper, sliced
rice, to serve
3 cloves garlic cloves, crushed
1 red chilli, chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons tomato puree
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Cut the chicken into thin strips then coat in the egg wash and flour.
  • Shallow fry for a few minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  • Add the peppers and fry for another couple of minutes. Remove the chicken and peppers and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add the garlic, red chilli, soy sauce, tomato purée, and water. Stir and simmer the mixture reduces and is thick and syrupy.
  • Add back in the chicken and peppers and stir well in the sauce.
  • Serve with rice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 2 grams

CRISPY CHILLI CHICKEN



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Make and share this Crispy Chilli Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sueie

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breasts (skin on)
2 tablespoons oil
2 1/2 cm ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons chili paste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Mix marinade ingredients together.
  • Coat chicken and allow to marinate for 2 hours, if possible, turning occasionally.
  • Heat oven to moderately hot place chicken in oiled baking dish and drizzle oil on top.
  • Cook for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and skin is crispy.

Tips:

  • To achieve a crispy texture, double-coat the chicken in cornstarch. The first layer creates a barrier between the chicken and the sauce, while the second layer absorbs moisture and helps the chicken stay crispy.
  • Use a large skillet or wok to ensure that the chicken has enough space to cook evenly without overcrowding.
  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken. This will help create a crispy crust and prevent the chicken from sticking to the pan.
  • Cook the chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan. Overcrowding will result in steamed chicken rather than crispy chicken.
  • Stir-fry the chicken until it is cooked through and golden brown. This will take about 5-7 minutes per batch.
  • Add the sauce to the chicken and stir-fry for an additional minute or two, or until the sauce has thickened and coated the chicken.
  • Serve the crispy chili chicken immediately with rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

This crispy chili chicken recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The chicken is coated in a flavorful sauce made with chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, and then fried until crispy. The chicken is served with a side of rice or noodles, and it can be garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro. With its crispy texture and flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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