Description
Flavor-packed Thai Chicken Bites, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, perfect for gatherings or casual meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, red pepper flakes, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, toss to coat evenly, cover, and let sit for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and let excess drip off. Add chicken to the hot pan in a single layer.
- Fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to rest for a minute, then serve hot.
Notes
For baking, brush with oil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway. Use tamari or low-sodium soy sauce to reduce sodium if preferred.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg