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Crispy Cornmeal Chicken Bites
A twist on traditional Chinese-style fried chicken, this recipe uses cornmeal for a crispy coating.
⏱35 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breastcut into bite-sized pieces
- ●1 cup cornmealfor coating
- ●2 tablespoons light soy saucefor marinade
- ●1 teaspoon spanish paprikafor flavor
- ●1 cup pilaffor serving
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Instructions
- 1
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, paprika, and 1 tablespoon water.
- 2
2. Add the chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
3. Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan or a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
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4. In a shallow dish, mix together cornmeal and a pinch of salt.
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5. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off.
- 6
6. Dredge the chicken pieces in the cornmeal mixture, shaking off any excess.
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7. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
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8. Drain the chicken on paper towels and serve hot with pilaf.