A crispy and spicy chilli chicken recipe that is perfect for any occasion.

Chilli Chicken recipe
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
35min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 cup)

Marination

  • Sesame oil
    Sesame oil
    1tsp
  • Soya sauce
    Soya sauce
    1tbsp
  • White vinegar
    White vinegar
    1tbsp
  • Salt
    Salt
    1pinch
  • Chilli powder
    Chilli powder
    1pinch

Batter

  • Maida
    Maida
    4tbsp
  • Cornstarch
    Cornstarch
    2tbsp
  • Salt
    Salt
    1tsp
  • Chilli powder
    Chilli powder
    1tsp
  • Chicken masala
    Chicken masala
    1tsp

Sauce

  • Ketchup
    Ketchup
    2tbsp
  • Chilli oil
    Chilli oil
    4tbsp

How to make Chilli Chicken

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, combine sesame oil, soya sauce, white vinegar, salt, and chilli powder for marination.

  2. Step 2

    Add the chicken pieces to the marination and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.

Batter Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In another bowl, mix maida, cornstarch, salt, chilli powder, and chicken masala.

  2. Step 2

    Gradually add water to the dry ingredients to form a smooth batter.

Cooking

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a pan for frying.

  2. Step 2

    Dip the marinated chicken pieces into the batter and fry them until golden brown and crispy.

Sauce Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a small bowl, mix ketchup and chilli oil to create the sauce.

Serving

  1. Step 1

    Serve the crispy chilli chicken with the prepared sauce.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

121.8kcal (6.09%)

Protein

1.9g (3.76%)

Carbs

12.3g (4.48%)

Sugars

1.9g (3.8%)

Healthy Fat

7.9g

Unhealthy Fat

1.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra crispiness, double fry the chicken pieces.

  2. Adjust the amount of chilli powder according to your spice preference.

FAQS

  1. Can I use boneless chicken for this recipe?

    Yes, boneless chicken works well and cooks faster.

  2. What can I serve with chilli chicken?

    Chilli chicken pairs well with fried rice or noodles.

  3. Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

    Yes, you can substitute maida with a gluten-free flour blend.

  4. How can I store leftovers?

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

  5. Is this dish spicy?

    Yes, it is spicy due to the chilli oil and powder, but you can adjust the spice level to your liking.

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