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Crispy Chicken Thighs with Sweet Chili Sauce

Learn how to make crispy, juicy chicken thighs with a simple sweet chili sauce. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • to taste Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup Panko
  • 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves for garnish, optional
For the Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons Frank’s Hot Sauce

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Stockpot or Dutch oven
  • Deep-fry thermometer
  • Paper towel-lined plate
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
  2. Working one piece at a time, dip chicken into the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in Panko, pressing to coat.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it registers 360 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer.
  4. Working in batches, add chicken to the Dutch oven and cook until evenly golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  5. While the chicken is frying, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, and Frank’s Hot Sauce in a small bowl for the sauce.
  6. Serve immediately, drizzled with sweet chili sauce. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

Notes

This recipe uses chicken breasts cut into chunks, but you can substitute chicken thighs for a richer flavor and even juicier result. Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for crispy, not greasy, chicken.

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