Winter is synonymous with hot snacks and for many of us, Indo-Chinese dishes hit the spot right this season. The crowded Chinese vans on the roadside are a testament to this love for street-style food and its unique taste. From fried rice to chilli chicken and chilli paneer, Indo-Chinese cuisine offers countless delicious dishes. Our mouths water just thinking about them! If you are a big fan of Indo-Chinese flavours, then Garlic Pepper Chicken is a dish you must try. This delicious starter is perfect for the winter season and can be prepared in just a few minutes. Whether you want a comforting breakfast or plan to serve a crowd-pleasing appetizer at a party, Garlic Pepper Chicken is a winner.
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In this recipe, boneless chicken is cooked with generous amounts of garlic, spicy sauce and black pepper. Marinated chicken pieces are deep fried and then simmered in a thick, flavourful gravy. Its spicy flavor courtesy of black pepper makes it a perfect dish for winters. So, without any further delay, let’s learn the steps to make perfect garlic chilli chicken at home.
Use Boneless Chicken
Garlic Pepper Chicken is a quick-cooking dish, so boneless chicken pieces are ideal. Choose chicken thighs or breasts and cut them into medium-sized cubes. These pieces cook quickly and are easy to fry.
coating
Marinate the chicken with black pepper, vinegar, ginger-garlic paste, soy sauce and cornflour before frying. Be mindful of the amount of cornflour – it should form a light coating on the chicken, ensuring a crisp texture without being too thick.
proper use of garlic
Garlic is the main ingredient in this recipe, so don’t skimp on it. Using too little garlic may dull the flavor. Add garlic paste for depth during marination, but finely chopped garlic is necessary for the gravy. Chopped garlic releases its aroma and enhances the taste of the dish.
fry chicken
Before frying, heat the oil well, then turn the oil to medium flame before adding the chicken pieces. This ensures even cooking and prevents burning. Fry the chicken until it turns a beautiful golden colour. Avoid frying on high flame, as this may burn the coating and leave the inside undercooked.
How to Make Garlic Pepper Chicken I Garlic Pepper Chicken Recipe
Marinate the Chicken
Marinate the chicken pieces with vinegar, ginger-garlic paste, black pepper, salt and cornflour and mix well.
Fry the Chicken:
Fry the marinated chicken on medium flame until it turns golden brown. Take out and keep aside.
Prepare the base:
Fry chopped onion, garlic and green chillies until fragrant. Add chopped capsicum also.
Make the sauce:
Mix soya sauce, red chilli sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, black pepper and a splash of water.
Thicken the gravy:
Prepare the solution by mixing 1 teaspoon cornflour in water. Mix it in gravy.
Mix and serve:
Add fried chicken to the prepared gravy and cook for a minute.
Your delicious Garlic Chili Chicken is now ready to serve!
So, try this mouth-watering recipe and indulge yourself in the blissful pleasures of winter. Don’t forget to tell us how much you liked it!
Happy cooking!
