Tiny Spicy Chicken

Bring a fiery twist to your weeknight dinners with this irresistibly crispy and flavorful Tiny Spicy Chicken recipe! Perfectly bite-sized chicken pieces are coated in a seasoned flour mixture featuring bold spices like paprika, garlic powder, and a kick of cayenne pepper, then fried to golden perfection for a light yet crunchy exterior. Tossed in a tantalizing sauce made with hot sauce and a touch of honey, these little nuggets pack the perfect balance of heat and sweetness in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy dish is ideal for sharing as an appetizer, adding to a game-day spread, or serving as a main with a side of rice. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor, and savor this crowd-pleasing delight that's guaranteed to leave everyone reaching for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast
• 120 grams Cornstarch
• 60 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 Eggs
• 120 milliliters Buttermilk
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 Green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces (approximately 2 cm cubes) and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix them with the buttermilk.

Step 4

Dip each chicken piece into the buttermilk-egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the seasoned flour mixture. Place the coated pieces on a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes to adhere.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet or deep pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.

Step 6

Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for 4-5 minutes per batch, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 75°C or 165°F). Remove and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 7

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the hot sauce and honey. Stir until heated through and well mixed, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Toss the fried chicken pieces in the spicy honey sauce to coat evenly.

Step 9

Serve the tiny spicy chicken immediately, garnished with chopped green onions if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1478.1 grams (1478.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5519

Total Fat 475.20g	609%
Saturated Fat 73.20g	366%
Polyunsaturated Fat 286.70g
Cholesterol 816mg	272%
Sodium 5017mg	218%
Total Carbohydrate 190.30g	69%
Dietary Fiber 6.30g	23%
Total Sugars 25.40g
Protein 165.80g	332%

Vitamin D 146IU	732%
Calcium 336mg	26%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 2161mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.0%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 13.4%