Panda Express Crispy Almond Chicken
Discover the art of creating this delectable dish, featuring crispy chicken, toasted almonds, and a savory sauce that's pure magic. Bring the taste of Panda Express to your home kitchen and enjoy a symphony of flavors.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Cooking oil for frying
Sauce Essentials:
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup chicken broth (low or no-sodium)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped onions (for garnish)
Optional Add-Ins:
- Red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
- Cashews or smoked almonds for a nutty twist
Instructions
Prepare Chicken:
- Whisk eggs in a large bowl.
- Add chicken to the egg mixture and marinate for 30 minutes.
- If marinating for more than 2 hours, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
- Bring chicken to room temperature before cooking.
Coating and Cooking:
- In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, almond flour, soy sauce, and baking soda.
- Coat each chicken breast in the almond mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side or until light brown.
- Alternatively, air-fry the chicken breasts for a healthier option.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a saucepan, mix sliced almonds, soy sauce, granulated sugar, and chicken broth.
- Simmer the sauce, then pour it over the cooked chicken and toss.
- Toast additional almonds for extra crunch.
Optional Add-Ins:
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or try different nuts like cashews or smoked almonds.
Serve:
- Garnish with chopped onions.
- Serve with rice or alongside chicken nuggets for an extra crunch.
Notes
- For a twist, try using boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
- Experiment with puffed-rice cereal instead of flour for a unique texture.
- Make a crispy chicken sandwich using the same recipe.
- Basmati, jasmine, or brown rice.
- Chicken nuggets marinated for 30 minutes and cooked for 1-2 minutes for an additional crunch.
- Jasmine tea or Lychee iced tea to complement the richness of the almond chicken.