Chicken Almond Soo Guy
Discover the ultimate takeout-inspired delight with this Chicken Almond Soo Guy recipe—a crispy, golden-fried chicken dish topped with a luscious savory sauce and toasted almonds for irresistible crunch and flavor. Perfectly seasoned with a double coating of cornstarch and flour, each piece of tender chicken is fried to perfection, then elevated with a rich oyster sauce-based glaze and a sprinkling of fragrant almonds. Ready in under an hour, this Chinese-Canadian classic is ideal for satisfying your cravings for comfort food at home. Pair it with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Don't forget the optional green onion garnish for a pop of freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1.5 cups chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch (for slurry)
- 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
- 2 stalks green onions (optional garnish)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and lightly pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Set aside.
In a shallow bowl, combine the cornstarch and flour. In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the soy sauce.
Dredge each chicken breast in the cornstarch-flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat again in the cornstarch-flour mixture. Set aside on a plate.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan or deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Carefully fry the chicken breasts in the hot oil, about 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
In a small dry skillet, toast the sliced almonds over low heat until golden and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chicken stock, oyster sauce, and sugar, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Make a cornstarch slurry by mixing the 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Gradually stir the slurry into the simmering sauce to thicken it. Cook for 1–2 minutes, then remove the sauce from the heat.
To serve, place a fried chicken breast on a plate, drizzle with the savory sauce, and sprinkle generously with toasted almonds. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Serve immediately with steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite vegetables on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 611.1 g | 783% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.9 g | 490% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1244 mg | 414% | |
| Sodium | 2955 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.1 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 298.0 g | 596% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 658 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 3360 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
