Printable Salt and Pepper Chicken
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Homemade Salt and Pepper Chicken, a crispy delight that brings your favorite Chinese takeout dish right to your kitchen. This Printable Salt and Pepper Chicken Recipe Card is your go-to guide for creating tender, marinated chicken bites coated in cornstarch and fried to golden perfection. With a balance of savory spices, this dish is perfect for any occasion—be it family dinners, casual gatherings, or meal prep. Enjoy the satisfying crunch paired with customizable heat from chili slices, making every bite a flavorful experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp white pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- ¼ tsp extra white pepper for tossing
- 2–3 chillies, sliced (optional)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate chicken pieces with soy sauce, rice wine, brown sugar, salt, white pepper, and garlic for 10-15 minutes.
- Dredge marinated chicken in cornstarch until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350–360 °F (175–180 °C).
- Fry coated chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on a wire rack or paper towels; toss with extra white pepper and chilies if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg