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Fried Chicken Bites

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Fried Chicken Bites

Fried Chicken Bites

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Equipment

  • Deep Fryer - Allows easy temperature control during the frying process to ensure even cooking without burning food.

  • Digital Thermometer - Monitors and maintains correct oil temperature, crucial for achieving crispy results in fried chicken bites.

  • Baking Sheet - Useful for various recipe prep stages such as ingredient prepping or baking components like sauces.

  • Measuring Cups - Accurately measures dry and wet ingredients per the recipe's instructions.

  • Mixing Bowls - Combines marinade, breadcrumb mixes, and other preparations needed for fried chicken bites.

  • Whisk - Blends ingredients smoothly during the prep process of making fried chicken bites.

  • Breadcrumb Container - Facilitates mess-free dipping of chicken into breading.

  • Silicone Spatula - Used for safe handling and flipping of chicken, especially when using hot oil in deep fryers.

  • Oven Mitts - Ensures safety while handling hot kitchenware as required by the recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup amber or dark rum

  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • 1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces

  • About 2 cups vegetable oil

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

  • Accompaniments: lime wedges; hot sauce

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Stir together rum, lime juice, soy sauce, and sugar in a shallow bowl until sugar has dissolved. Add chicken and stir to coat. Marinate at room temperature 25 minutes.
2

Instruction 2

While chicken finishes marinating, heat 1 inch oil in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
3

Instruction 3

Meanwhile, whisk together flour, paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl. Drain chicken and pat dry. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess, then transfer to a plate.
4

Instruction 4

Fry chicken in 3 batches, turning occasionally, until deep golden brown and cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes per batch. (If chicken darkens too quickly, reduce heat.) Transfer to paper towels to drain.
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