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Creamy Crispy Singapore Butter Chicken

Irresistible Creamy Crispy Singapore Butter Chicken Delight

Enjoy the Creamy Crispy Singapore Butter Chicken, a delightful dish combining crispy chicken and a velvety sauce in just 50 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Singaporean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can use fresh garlic as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion may change texture.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 large Eggs Whisk well.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Gluten-free panko available.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can replace with olive oil.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Use garlic powder in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger Fresh preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Evaporated milk can lighten it up.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Tamari is a gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust for spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Lemon juice can be substituted.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Optional but recommended.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • shallow dishes
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with whisked egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each seasoned chicken thigh in flour, dip in egg, then press into panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Melt butter in a large skillet, sauté minced garlic and ginger, then add the remaining sauce ingredients.
  5. Fry breaded chicken thighs in hot oil for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Combine fried chicken with the creamy sauce and toss to coat. Serve garnished with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freeze separately for up to 2 months for best texture.

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