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Thai Chicken Bites Appetizer Recipe

Savory Thai Chicken Bites Appetizer Recipe You’ll Love

Discover a delightful crunch with these Thai Chicken Bites, perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bites
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for coating
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 large egg for binding
  • 1 splash milk adds richness
  • 2 cups canola or peanut oil for frying
For the Sauce and Garnish
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce for coating
  • 1 medium julienned carrot for garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Deep Skillet
  • thermometer
  • shallow dish
  • Slotted Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
  2. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Mix together flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
  4. Whisk one egg, a splash of milk, and a pinch of salt and pepper in another dish.
  5. Coat chicken pieces in flour, then egg mixture, and back to flour for double coating.
  6. Fry the coated chicken in the hot oil for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  7. Drain fried chicken on paper towels and season lightly with salt.
  8. Toss the chicken bites in sweet chili sauce until fully coated.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds, julienned carrots, and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra crispiness, double coat the chicken before frying. Always check the oil temperature to ensure proper frying.

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