Spiced Chicken Bites
These spiced chicken cubes are flavorful and versatile, perfect for serving as appetizers, adding to salads, or enjoying as a main course.
Equipment
- Wok or large non-stick frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- greaseproof paper
Ingredients
- 50 g 1¼ lb boned, skinned chicken breasts (approximately 4 breast pieces)
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp bright red paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- Vegetable oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4.
- Cut each chicken breast piece into thirds lengthways, and then crossways into 2–2½ cm (¾–1 inch) segments.
- Place in a bowl.
- Add the black pepper, turmeric, chili powder, cumin, thyme, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and 1 tablespoon of oil to the bowl.
- Mix well and set aside for at least 10 minutes to marinate.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or large, non-stick frying pan over very high heat.
- Once the oil is very hot, add the marinated chicken pieces.
- Stir and fry quickly until the chicken is lightly browned or turns opaque on the outside.
- Transfer the chicken pieces to a baking dish, then cover loosely with lightly oiled greaseproof paper that sits directly on the chicken pieces.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the chicken pieces are cooked through.
- If not eating immediately, remove the chicken from the hot baking dish to prevent drying out.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
Serve the chicken bites with dipping sauces such as yogurt-based dips or chutneys, or add them to a salad for a flavorful, protein-packed meal.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a light white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc, or a refreshing sparkling wine for a perfect appetizer pairing.
Nutrition values
Calories: 180 kcal | koolhydraten: 2 g | Eiwitten: 26 g | Vet: 8 g | Suiker: 1 g