If you love easy-to-make recipes that taste even better than takeout, then you need to try my 20 minutes only Crispy Scallion Chicken.
In this blog post, we’re diving into the delightful world of Crispy Scallion Chicken, a mouthwatering fusion of succulent chicken and aromatic scallions that will leave your taste buds singing with joy.
Combining the best of both worlds, this dish perfectly balances the crispy texture of the chicken and the savory goodness of the sauce. So, get your apron on, and let’s make Crispy Scallion Chicken!
We will be pan-frying the chicken first for the crispy skin on Crispy Scallion Chicken.
That way, the chicken oil will be infused with the sauce giving it an extra layer of flavor. I am using tapioca starch today to keep the chicken gluten-free.
Other gluten-free flours you can use are cornstarch and rice flour. The tapioca starch will help lightly coat the protect the chicken, ensuring the inside stays nice and crispy! All you need is a thin layer, dust off any excess, and that’s it!
Crispy Scallion Chicken is an absolute delight for anyone seeking a tantalizing blend of flavors and textures.
With its crunchy exterior and tender interior, this dish has the power to captivate your taste buds from the first bite.
Whether you’re cooking for family and friends or simply indulging in a culinary adventure at home, Crispy Scallion Chicken is a versatile and easy-to-make dish that will surely impress.
Nothing is better than Crispy Scallion Chicken for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Easy, affordable, and made with accessible ingredients that you can find at your local supermarket. My secret to juicy chicken is always to use boneless chicken thighs with the skin on. Watch my video on YouTube, where I share my step-by-step instructions on de-bone a chicken thigh in less than 2 minutes!
Remember, cooking is an art, and you can always experiment with the recipe to suit your personal taste preferences.
Do you want more EASY 20 minute recipes? Here are some of my go-to recipes that you will LOVE!
- Black Pepper Garlic Steak Bites
- Sizzling Pork Belly Plate
- Creamy Stuffed Portobello Mushroom (Air Fryer Recipe)
- Mushroom and Basil Udon
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thigh, boneless skin-on
- Salt and pepper
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1.5 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
SCALLION SAUCE
- 2 tbsp of soy sauce
- 1 tbsp of oyster sauce
- 0.25 tbsp of sugar
- 3 green onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 0.5 tbsp ginger, grated
- Season the chicken with soy sauce, minced garlic, salt and pepper, and coat the chicken with a thin layer of cornstarch on both sides.
- In a pan, drizzle in oil and turn the heat to medium-high. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken, skin side facing down.
- Pan-fry the chicken for 7 minutes on each side or until crispy and golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Using the same pan, add in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, green onion, garlic, and ginger. Turn the heat on medium and simmer for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Drizzle the sauce ontop of the chicken and enjoy!
Crispy Scallion Chicken
Materials
- 4 pieces chicken thigh boneless skin-on
- Salt and pepper
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1.5 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
SCALLION SAUCE
- 2 tbsp of soy sauce
- 1 tbsp of oyster sauce
- 0.25 tbsp of sugar
- 3 green onion chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 0.5 tbsp ginger grated
Instructions
- Season the chicken with soy sauce, minced garlic, salt and pepper, and coat the chicken with a thin layer of cornstarch on both sides.
- In a pan, drizzle in oil and turn the heat to medium-high. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken, skin side facing down.
- Pan-fry the chicken for 7 minutes on each side or until crispy and golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Using the same pan, add in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, green onion, garlic, and ginger. Turn the heat on medium and simmer for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Drizzle the sauce ontop of the chicken and enjoy!
Ok, saw this on insta today and had to make it for dinner. That sauce is INSANE. I should have doubled it! Used chicken tenders because my family doesn’t like thighs, and they came out perfectly juicy. So so good.