Magic crispy chicken recipe for irresistible crunch

Ingredients for Magic crispy chicken

• 1 large egg yolk

• 45 ml mayonnaise

• 45 ml Dijon mustard

• 8 g kosher salt, plus more

• freshly ground black pepper

• 675 g skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 2 large)

• 120 ml extra-virgin olive oil

• 240 g panko breadcrumbs

• 15 ml honey

• 45 g finely chopped chives

• pinch of cayenne pepper

How to make Magic crispy chicken

1. Place a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat it to 230°C (fan oven) or 240°C (conventional).

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, 45 ml of mayonnaise, 15 ml of mustard, 1.5 tsp of salt (either Diamond Crystal or ¾ tsp of Morton), and several twists of black pepper until smooth.

3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Slice the chicken breast into 1.5 cm thick cutlets, keeping your knife parallel to the cutting board. If the chicken breasts are smaller, you may not need to slice them.

4. Add the chicken cutlets to the bowl and turn them with tongs to coat evenly. Set aside.

5. Heat 30 ml of oil in a medium frying pan over medium heat. Add a pinch of panko; if tiny bubbles appear immediately, the oil is ready.

6. Add the remaining panko to the pan and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Allow the panko to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.

7. Prepare a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking tray nearby. Using tongs, take a piece of chicken and dip it into the panko, pressing firmly to ensure it adheres. Lightly shake off any excess and place the chicken on the rack. Repeat this process with the remaining chicken, spacing them evenly apart on the rack. Discard any leftover panko.

8. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven until cooked through and the breadcrumbs are deep golden brown, approximately 10–15 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.

9. In a small bowl, stir together the honey, cayenne pepper, and the remaining 60 ml of mayonnaise and 60 ml of mustard. Season with black pepper to taste and mix in the chives.

10. Serve the chicken with the dipping sauce on the side.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.