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Crispy Chilli Chicken - Homemade Dinner Recipes

When I think of homemade dinner recipes that actually make me excited to cook, crispy chilli chicken always jumps to the top of the list. The crackle of fried chicken, that sticky glaze that clings to every piece, and the way the chili heat sneaks up at the end—it’s the kind of dish that feels like a restaurant treat, but it’s surprisingly doable in your own kitchen. I still remember the first time I made it at home. I worried about whether I’d end up with soggy chicken or a sauce that tasted flat. Instead, what I pulled from the pan was golden and crisp, coated in a glossy sauce that balanced sweet, spicy, and just enough tang to keep you going back for one more bite. The whole kitchen smelled like takeout in the best possible way, and honestly, that was enough to win me over. This recipe isn’t about perfection—it’s about bold flavor, the kind that wakes up a weeknight and makes everyone gather at the table fast. It’s the kind of homemade recipe that becomes a repeat request, and before you know it, you’re not just making dinner, you’re making a memory. If you’ve been looking for dinners recipes that feel comforting but not boring, or a dinner rolls recipe homemade easy kind of vibe to pair with it, this is where you start.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Asian chicken, crispy chicken, dinner recipes, dinner rolls recipe homemade easy, dinners recipes, homemade dinner recipes, homemade recipe, homemade recipes, spicy chicken recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 500g boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 3 tbsp cornflour
  • 3 tbsp plain flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • Oil for deep frying
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for sauce)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, grated
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green chili, chopped
  • 3 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Spring onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, coat chicken cubes with beaten egg, cornflour, plain flour, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat oil in a deep pan and fry chicken in batches until golden and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. In a separate wok or large pan, heat vegetable oil. Add garlic, ginger, and onion. Stir-fry until fragrant.
  4. Add bell pepper and green chili, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Mix in ketchup, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Toss the fried chicken into the sauce, coating evenly.
  7. Garnish with chopped spring onions and sesame seeds before serving.