High-Protein Crispy Korean Fried Chicken 🍗
This High-Protein Crispy Korean Fried Chicken is all about keeping things tasty and a little healthier! We're using lean chicken breasts, air-frying instead of deep-frying, and keeping the flavors intact with a simple soy garlic glaze. It's perfect if you're craving something crispy and satisfying without all the extra guilt. 😋
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Breasts Skinless, Boneless
- 1/2 cup Cornstarch
- 1/4 cup Breadcrumbs Optional for extra crunch
- 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Gochujang Optional for a spicy kick
- 3 tbsp Rice Vinegar
- 2 tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1/2 cup Green Onions Chopped, for garnish
- 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds For garnish
Instructions
Instructions High-Protein Crispy Korean Fried Chicken
- Prep the Chicken: Cut the Chicken Breasts into smaller pieces or strips. Pat them dry with paper towels to get rid of moisture.
- Coat the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix the Cornstarch and Breadcrumbs. Coat each piece of chicken well until evenly covered.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat up. If you’re baking, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Air-Fry the Chicken: Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer. Cook for about 10 minutes, flip them, and cook for another 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy. For baking, use a lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes per side or until crispy.
- Make the Soy Garlic Glaze: While the chicken is cooking, mix Low-Sodium Soy Sauce, Honey, Gochujang (if using), Rice Vinegar, and Sesame Oil in a saucepan. Heat until it thickens slightly. This glaze adds all the sweet and savory goodness to the chicken!
- Coat the Chicken in Sauce: Toss the crispy chicken pieces in the soy garlic glaze until they are well coated. Make sure each piece is shiny and saucy!
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle Chopped Green Onions and Sesame Seeds over the top. Serve your High-Protein Korean Fried Chicken with a side salad or steamed veggies for a balanced meal.
Notes
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s super easy to make with lean, high-protein chicken breasts.
- Air-fried or baked, so it’s lower in fat but still crispy.
- The glaze is flavorful, with a touch of spice if you like it hot!
