Sweet and Sour Chicken Drumettes
This was really good. This is a great chicken recipe using chicken drumettes. Note: you may double the sauce, if you have a lot of chicken pieces or like extra sauce. This chicken is so good. If you like sweet and sour anything try this. Good and gooey, I tried brown sugar and red wine vinegar, it adds a different taste to the sauce. Also try a half tsp of salt and accent.
This was really good. This is a great chicken recipe using chicken drumettes. Note: you may double the sauce, if you have a lot of chicken pieces or like extra sauce. This chicken is so good. If you like sweet and sour anything try this. Good and gooey, I tried brown sugar and red wine vinegar, it adds a different taste to the sauce. Also try a half tsp of salt and accent.
- Carbohydrate 49.6173675560293 g
- Cholesterol 211.32 mg
- Fat 15.3168812508635 g
- Fiber 3.07393751016306 g
- Protein 36.7673062605708 g
- Saturated Fat 4.23273625011503 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (443g)
- Sodium 459.993125153742 mg
- Sugar 46.5434300458662 g
- Trans Fat 1.99929000038846 g
- Calories 482 calories
Step-by-step
- Dip chicken in egg beat, then flour. Fry in a large skillet until crispy, about 15 minutes. Drain and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- To Make Sauce: In a small bowl combine the soy sauce, water, sugar and vinegar. Mix together and pour over chicken.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until cooked through and juices run clear.
Modifying the Breading for Dietary Restrictions
Standard all-purpose flour provides the necessary matrix for catching rendered fat during the initial 15-minute skillet fry. Rice flour or a cornstarch blend serves as an effective gluten-free substitute at a one-to-one ratio. Ensure the beaten egg wash coats the chicken completely before applying alternative starches to prevent the coating from sliding off in the hot oil. Drumettes must reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit before moving into the baking dish.
Adjusting the Sugar and Acid Balance
The sauce relies on a high concentration of white sugar and vinegar to achieve its distinct profile. Unrefined coconut sugar works as a direct replacement for white sugar, though it imparts a darker amber color and a slight caramel note. Apple cider vinegar can replace white vinegar without altering the required liquid volume. Whisk the soy sauce, water, sweetener, and acid thoroughly in a small bowl to dissolve crystalline structures before pouring the mixture over the poultry.
Managing Kitchen Timing and Sequencing
Efficient prep work requires organizing components before applying heat. Dredge all eight drumettes in the egg and flour station before turning on the skillet burner. Frying batches prevents overcrowding the pan and dropping the oil temperature below 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Transfer crispy pieces directly to a 9x13-inch baking dish while the oven finishes preheating to 350 degrees Fahrenheit for the final 30-minute bake.
