Description
These crispy Korean chicken bites are packed with bold, spicy-sweet flavors and a golden-brown crunch. Perfect for game nights, casual dinners, or as a fun appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 3 tablespoons gochujang
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Set up your coating station: In one bowl, mix the flour and cornstarch. In a second bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dip each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Next, dip it into the egg wash, then roll it in the panko breadcrumbs to cover completely. Set aside on a plate.
- Pour vegetable oil into your skillet or deep frying pan, enough to submerge the chicken pieces. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil reaches about 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
- In a small saucepan, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring until smooth and heated through.
- Place the fried chicken bites in a large bowl and pour the sauce over them. Toss gently to coat each piece evenly.
- Transfer the chicken bites to a serving plate and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
[‘Don’t skip the panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.’, ‘Pat the chicken dry to ensure the coating sticks properly.’, ‘Use a thermometer to monitor oil temperature for consistent frying.’, ‘Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.’, ‘Prepare the gochujang sauce ahead of time to focus on frying.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 20
Keywords: Korean chicken bites, crispy chicken, gochujang sauce, Korean appetizer, fried chicken, spicy chicken