Description
Savor Quick Hawaiian Fried Garlic Chicken in 30 Minutes is a delightful dish that brings the tropical flavors of Hawaii to your dinner table. With tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a savory garlic and pineapple sauce, this recipe promises a burst of flavor in every bite. The crispy coating adds texture, making it irresistible for casual dinners or game nights. Prepared in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick yet impressive meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, pineapple juice, and minced garlic. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the coating: In another bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge the chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and coat evenly in the flour mixture.
- Heat the oil: In a skillet over medium heat, add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan until shimmering.
- Fry the chicken: Place coated chicken pieces into hot oil and fry for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish: Remove fried chicken and place on paper towels to absorb excess grease. Top with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg