Puerto Rican Fried Chicken (chicharrón De Pollo)
Puerto Rican Fried Chicken, or Chicharrón de Pollo, is a popular dish in Puerto Rican Chinese cuisine. This flavorful and crispy fried chicken is a perfect combination of Puerto Rican and Chinese flavors, making it a unique and delicious dish.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried oregano.
- Add the chicken pieces to the flour mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the skillet in batches.
- Fry the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the Puerto Rican Fried Chicken hot and crispy.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestion: Serve with a side of Puerto Rican rice and beans for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken to ensure a crispy texture.
Cost
$10