Peri Peri Chicken Bites

Crispy, juicy chicken bites coated in a bold peri peri seasoning for the perfect balance of spice and crunch. An irresistible snack that's perfect for parties, game nights, or a quick appetizer.

  • Prep Time 10 min
  • Cook Time 20 min
  • Serves 3
  • Difficulty Medium

Method

  1. Wash and pat dry the chicken pieces.

  2. In a bowl, combine plain flour, cornflour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, and peri peri seasoning.

  3. Beat the egg with chilled water and add it to the dry ingredients to form a light coating batter.

  4. Dip each chicken piece into the batter until evenly coated.

  5. Heat oil over medium heat.

  6. Fry the chicken bites in batches until golden brown, crispy, and fully cooked.

  7. Remove and drain on kitchen paper.

  8. Sprinkle extra peri peri seasoning over the hot chicken bites.

  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.

Chef Tips

  • Chilled batter helps create a crispier coating.
  • Fry in small batches to maintain the oil temperature and achieve an even golden crust.