Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this quick and easy Thai Chicken Bites Recipe. These crispy, bite-sized nuggets are coated in a delectable mixture of flour and spices, then fried to perfection, creating a golden-brown exterior that gives way to tender chicken inside. Tossed in sweet chili sauce and garnished with fresh herbs, they make for an irresistible appetizer or snack for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party, celebrating game day, or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these scrumptious bites will surely impress your guests. Ready in just 20 minutes, they’re an ideal solution for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp milk
- Canola or peanut oil (for frying)
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- Garnishes: julienned carrot, chopped cilantro, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your deep skillet with 1-2 inches of oil to 350°F.
- Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
- In one shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another dish, whisk together egg and milk.
- Coat each piece of chicken first in the dry mixture, then in the egg mixture, and back in the dry mixture.
- Fry the coated chicken pieces in the hot oil until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
- Toss the fried chicken with sweet chili sauce and garnish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg