Crispy Chicken Donut Onion Rings for a Fun Snack Night

Delight in Chicken Donut Onion Rings—a fun snack mixing crispy onion rings and protein-packed chicken.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 rings

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken Mixture

1 lb Ground Chicken Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
3 cloves Garlic, grated Use garlic powder if fresh isn't available.
2 inches Ginger, grated Substitute with ground ginger in half the amount.
1 tbsp Light Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free.
1 tbsp Shaoxing Wine Can replace with dry sherry or rice vinegar.
2 tsp Chinese Five Spice Powder Omit if unavailable or use a mix of cinnamon and star anise.
1 tsp White Pepper Substitute with black pepper.
1 tsp Salt Adjust based on dietary needs.
0.5 tsp Sugar Can be omitted or replaced with honey.
1 Large Egg White Use an egg substitute if vegan.

For the Onion Rings

1 Large Onion Yellow onions work best for sweetness.

For the Coating

1 cup Coarse Potato Starch Can substitute with cornstarch.
Cooking Spray A light brush of oil can be used instead.

For the Toppings

Sriracha Mayo Can replace with plain mayo or a yogurt alternative.
BBQ Sauce A homemade or sugar-free option can be used.
Black Sesame Seeds Can be replaced with white sesame seeds or omitted.

Equipment

Air Fryer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Onion Rings: Slice a large onion into thick rings and remove the inner layers to maintain a sturdy 'donut' shape.
Mix the Chicken Mixture: Combine ground chicken, grated garlic, ginger, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, five spice powder, white pepper, salt, sugar, and egg white. Mix thoroughly.
Assemble the Chicken Donut Rings: Wrap chicken mixture around each onion ring, pressing firmly to retain shape.
Coat with Potato Starch: Coat both sides of each chicken-wrapped onion ring in potato starch, shaking off excess.
Air Fry the Donut Rings: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Cook for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden.
Add the Finishing Touches: Drizzle with sriracha mayo and BBQ sauce, sprinkle with black sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ringsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Chicken Donut Onion Rings are a delightful blend of fun and nutrition, perfect for any snack occasion!

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