Crispy Soy Garlic Chicken with Radish Slaw
Glossy, garlicky fried chicken thighs with a sweet-savory soy glaze, finished in a hot skillet. Served with quick-pickled radishes for bright crunch.
- Total time
- 28 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Toss with flour, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Step 2
Heat 0.5 inch neutral oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Step 3
Lay chicken flat in hot oil without crowding. Fry undisturbed for 5 minutes until deep golden.
Step 4
Flip chicken and fry another 4 minutes until cooked through and skin crisps. Transfer to a plate.
Step 5
Pour off all but 1 tbsp oil. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then add soy sauce, sugar, and vinegar.
Step 6
Return chicken to skillet and toss constantly for 1 minute until glossy and coated. Slice radishes thin, toss with salt and vinegar.
Step 7
Plate chicken, top with sesame seeds, and serve with pickled radishes on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
- paper towels
- tongs or spatula
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- shallow bowl for coating
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