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Best & Easiest Way to Cook Chicken Chop! Chinese Chicken Chop 西式鸡扒 Singapore Hawker Malaysia Recipe

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Singapore Hawker Chicken Chop

Cultural Context

Originating from Singapore's vibrant hawker centers, Chicken Chop is a beloved dish that reflects the multicultural influences of the region, combining Western-style frying with Asian marinades. Traditionally served with a side of fries and fresh vegetables, it represents a fusion of flavors and textures. Today, Chicken Chop has found fans beyond Singapore, often appearing in various forms across Southeast Asia and in international food markets.

SingaporeanSGmain
45 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
3 boneless chicken legs (butterflied, roughly 220g or 7.76oz each)
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
0.5 teaspoon sugar
2 cloves crushed garlic
a few dashes of white pepper
20g (0.7 oz) unsalted butter
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/3 chicken stock cube
8g (0.5 tablespoon) all-purpose flour
200ml (6.76 fl oz) water
0.5 teaspoon dark soy sauce
some french fries
some baked beans
some mixed vegetables
some dinner rolls or bread

chicken thigh

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork chop

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork chop can be more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is often cheaper.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce + sugar

Hoisin sauce offers a similar sweet flavor, while the mix is budget-friendly.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter texture, while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

1

Marinate the chicken legs in light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, crushed garlic, and white pepper for at least 30 minutes.

2

Heat unsalted butter in a pan over medium heat until melted.

3

Add ground black pepper and the chicken stock cube to the melted butter, stirring until combined.

4

Add water and dark soy sauce, and bring to a simmer.

5

In a separate pot, prepare french fries according to package instructions or your preferred method.

6

Serve the marinated chicken with fries, baked beans, mixed vegetables, and dinner rolls or bread.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfryingcoating

Equipment Needed

panpot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Chicken ChopHawker Chicken

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