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Salt and Pepper Chicken

This Salt and Pepper Chicken is a crispy, flavorful delight that's quick and easy to make!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Cornstarch
  • 2 tsp Chinese 5 Spice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 lb chicken breast or boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cubed
  • 4 green onions, diced and divided
  • 1 small red chili pepper, seeds removed and diced
  • 2 small green chili peppers, seeds removed and diced

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wok or large frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Start by cutting your chicken breast or thighs into bite-sized cubes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch, Chinese five spice, salt, and ground black pepper. Add the cubed chicken to the bowl and toss until each piece is well-coated in the seasoned cornstarch mixture.
  3. In a wok or large frying pan, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the pan in a single layer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is golden brown and crispy.
  5. Add the diced green onions and chili peppers to the pan. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Transfer the Salt and Pepper Chicken to a serving platter and garnish with any remaining diced green onions.

Notes

  • Double coat your chicken by dipping it in egg before coating it in cornstarch for extra crunch.
  • Experiment with additional spices, such as garlic powder or onion powder, for customized flavor.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in an oven to maintain crispiness.