Chicken Manchurian
Chicken Manchurian pairs crisp-fried chicken with a bold garlic-ginger sauce brightened by serrano chiles and soy. Juicy pieces are tossed in a glossy, peppery gravy with cilantro and bell pepper for heat and freshness. Serve Chicken Manchurian over steamed white rice for a lively weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken Manchurian, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 41
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 34
- Inflammatory
- 58
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Beat the egg in a large bowl. Stir the all-purpose flour and 1 1/2 tablespoons corn flour into the egg until the batter is smooth; season with salt and pepper. Working in batches, dip the chicken into the batter until coated; place on a plate in a single layer so the pieces do not touch.
- 2
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add enough vegetable oil to reach about 1/2 inch deep. Working in batches, fry the battered chicken in the hot oil until no longer pink in the center, 5 to 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- 3
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in the skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the ginger and garlic until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the cilantro and serrano peppers; reduce the heat to medium-low.
- 4
Stir the chicken stock, soy sauce, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and monosodium glutamate into the garlic-ginger mixture; cook and stir until the sauce is heated through, about 5 minutes. Add the green bell pepper to the sauce and cook until slightly tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
- 5
Whisk the water and 2 tablespoons corn flour together in a bowl until smooth; stir into the sauce until incorporated. Bring the sauce to a boil. Add the chicken and stir to coat.
- Calories 258.75 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 24.91 g Good Source 50%
- Carbohydrate 26.65 g 10%
- Total Fat 6.41 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 1.03 g Moderate 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 120.21 mg High 40%
- Sodium 925.9 mg High 40%
- Dietary Fiber 4.75 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 6.12 g --
- Added Sugars 1.46 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 46.75 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 2.8 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 852.76 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin A 94.5 mcg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin C 9.38 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin D 0.26 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Chicken Manchurian is made with 17 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Chicken Stock, and Corn Flour. Each serving provides about 258.75 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chicken Manchurian made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Chicken Stock, Corn Flour, Diced Chicken Breast. The full list of 17 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chicken Manchurian?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 258.75 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chicken Manchurian easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Chicken Manchurian healthy?
- Chicken Manchurian has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 258.75 calories and 24.91 g of protein, or 50% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 925.9 mg (40% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.03 g (5% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Soy, Wheat, Gluten, Corn and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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