Description
Crispy Chinese Chicken Balls with Sweet and Sour Sauce are a delightful treat that will elevate any meal or gathering. With a crunchy exterior and tender chicken interior, these bites are coated in a vibrant, tangy sauce that perfectly balances sweet and savory notes. Ideal for appetizers or main dishes, this recipe is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Chop chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with a pinch of salt, one with beaten eggs, and the last filled with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken piece into flour, then eggs, followed by panko breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken pieces until golden brown (3–4 minutes per side) or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch mixed with water; stir until boiling and thickened.
- Toss the crispy chicken balls in the sweet and sour sauce and serve hot with garnished green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 chicken balls (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg