Crispy & Savory Cheetos Chicken
Instead of bland flour, coat with Cheetos! Crispy and savory Cheetos chicken.
Tired of plain fried chicken? This recipe swaps out ordinary flour coating for crushed Cheetos, creating an incredibly delicious and crispy chicken that needs no extra seasoning! The cheesy, savory flavor of Cheetos combined with the satisfying crunch makes this a guaranteed hit. (Seriously amazing!) Discover this unique chicken recipe from the world of recipes, Man-Gae Recipe.
Main Ingredients- 6 pieces chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 2 bags Cheetos snacks
- Plenty of cooking oil (enough to deep-fry)
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, about 1 cm thick. Season the cut chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper. This step helps to infuse flavor deep into the chicken.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare the Cheetos coating. Carefully tear open a corner of the Cheetos snack bags to let out the air. Then, use a rolling pin or a heavy bottle to crush the Cheetos into coarse crumbs. Don’t aim for a fine powder; leaving some texture will result in a crispier chicken after frying.
Step 3
It’s time to coat the chicken. First, dredge the seasoned chicken pieces evenly in the all-purpose flour. Next, dip them into the beaten egg mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Finally, press the chicken into the crushed Cheetos, coating them thoroughly. Press down firmly to ensure the Cheetos adhere well during frying.
Step 4
Pour a generous amount of cooking oil into a deep pan or a Dutch oven – enough to submerge the chicken pieces for even frying. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches about 170-180°C (340-350°F). Carefully place the Cheetos-coated chicken pieces into the hot oil. Fry them until golden brown and crispy. Frying over medium heat allows the chicken to cook through completely while achieving a perfect crunch. Once done, remove the chicken and drain on paper towels. Your delicious Cheetos Chicken is ready!
