Tender and Crispy Chicken That Everyone Praises
A Foolproof Chicken Recipe That 100 Out of 100 People Love
This chicken is unbelievably delicious! Every single guest who has tried it has showered it with praise, calling it ‘life-changing chicken.’ It’s a recipe I highly recommend for achieving professional-quality taste right in your own home.
Main Ingredients- 800g chicken thigh meat
- Approx. 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of paprika powder
- Cooking oil (enough to generously cover more than half of the chicken)
Sauce Ingredients- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the chicken thigh meat by trimming any excess fat. Then, soak the chicken in heavy cream for about 10-20 minutes. If the chicken is very fresh, you don’t need to soak it for too long. The key to a tender texture is to ensure the cream coats the chicken pieces well.
Step 2
In a large zip-top bag (or a clean plastic bag, which also reduces cleanup!), combine the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika powder. Give it a quick mix. Using a bag is a great way to minimize dishes and ensure the coating ingredients are evenly distributed. For a touch of heat, you can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Step 3
Gently pat the chicken pieces dry from the cream, then add them one by one into the bag with the flour mixture to coat them.
Step 4
Seal the bag, remove as much air as possible, and shake it well. Make sure the flour evenly coats every part of the chicken. A light and powdery coating is essential for achieving that perfect crispiness when fried.
Step 5
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Be careful not to overheat the oil, as this can burn the coating before the chicken is cooked through. Carefully place the floured chicken pieces into the hot oil. Fry them until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
Step 6
Once the chicken is golden brown from the first fry, remove it from the pan and let it drain on a wire rack for a minute. Then, return the chicken to the pan with slightly increased heat (medium heat) and fry for another 2-3 minutes. This second fry is crucial for achieving an extra crispy coating and ensuring the chicken is cooked perfectly all the way through.
Step 7
Finally, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing the mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce in a small bowl. Serve the hot, freshly fried chicken with this delicious sauce for an irresistible combination. Enjoy your amazing homemade chicken!
