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Crispy Garlic Ginger Chicken

This crispy garlic ginger chicken is pressure-cooked for tenderness, then stir-fried to golden perfection with bold, savory flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl Large

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken thighs boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch piece ginger grated
  • 1 small red chili thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Toss your chicken bites into a bowl. Add soy sauce and a pinch of salt. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
  • Dust each piece of chicken with cornstarch, ensuring even coating.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high. Fry chicken in batches, about 5 to 6 minutes each, until golden brown and crispy. Then set aside.
  • In the same skillet, sauté garlic, ginger, and chili slices for 1–2 minutes until aromatic.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and toss with aromatics to combine.
  • Season with extra salt and pepper to taste if desired.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions.
  • Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

For extra crispiness, make sure the chicken isn't crowded in the pan during frying. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.