Description
These Crispy Thai Chicken Bites feature tender chicken breast pieces coated in a light, crispy crust and tossed in a flavorful sweet and spicy Thai-inspired chili sauce. Perfect as a tasty appetizer, snack, or served over rice for a satisfying main dish, they combine the crunch of fried chicken with vibrant Asian flavors.
Ingredients
Chicken Bites
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Thai Sauce
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
For Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet and heat to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for frying the chicken bites.
- Prepare the coating mixture: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a seasoned flour mixture.
- Coat the chicken: Dip the cubed chicken breast pieces into the beaten eggs to moisten, then thoroughly coat them in the flour mixture ensuring each piece is covered evenly.
- Fry the chicken: Carefully place chicken pieces into the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 4–5 minutes until they turn golden brown and are fully cooked inside. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the Thai sauce: Whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and sriracha if using, until smooth and well combined.
- Toss the chicken with sauce: Place the crispy chicken bites in a large bowl, pour the prepared Thai sauce over them, and toss gently to coat each piece evenly.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped cilantro over the sauced chicken bites before serving for a fresh, flavorful finish.
Notes
- For a lighter option, consider air frying the chicken bites instead of deep frying.
- Serve these chicken bites alongside jasmine rice or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- To keep the chicken crispy, toss with the sauce just prior to serving rather than letting it sit coated for long periods.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
