Description
Experience a burst of tropical flavors with this Quick Hawaiian Fried Garlic Chicken. Crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs are marinated in a savory garlic and soy sauce blend, then fried to perfection for a delightful crunch. Serve it alongside rice or a fresh salad for an effortless weeknight dinner that transports you straight to the beaches of Hawaii. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, this dish is perfect for busy families looking to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, and pineapple juice. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare Garlic Coating: In another bowl, combine flour and minced garlic.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C).
- Dredge and Fry: Remove marinated chicken from the bowl and coat thoroughly in the garlic-flour mixture. Fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add Garnish: Drain excess oil on paper towels and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken thigh (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg