Fried chicken is a dish that’s loved by many. There are so many fried chicken joints, from hawker stalls to fast food chains to restaurants, to get it from in Singapore, and they all taste amazing. What makes them different? Well, for starters, the cooking methods differ – some use batter while others don’t. Some have sauces on top of their fried chickens while others do not – this leaves you with many choices! And you will able be able to find fried chicken which originates from other parts of the world; think Korean Fried Chicken from various joints, Nashville Hot Chicken from Chix Hot Chicken and more! If your favourite fried chicken in Singapore is from KFC, you may think otherwise after trying some of these fried chicken outlets!
That said, we’ve narrowed down our list to 7 fried chicken joints where you can enjoy some of the best-fried chicken in Singapore without much difficulty.
Ah Tan Wings
Owner, Wee Yang, who has no culinary experience, started Ah Tan Wings at Yishun Park Hawker Centre purely out of his love for Har Cheong Gai or Prawn Paste Chicken – chicken wing coated in a prawn paste batter. After experimenting with over a hundred recipes, he finally settled down on the right recipe for his stall. The chicken wings are marinated in prawn paste for two days before coating with a special batter and fried. The result is an exterior that’s not too thick or heavy and remains crispy even after it has been left to stand for some time!
The fried chicken wings, with their crispy exterior and juicy meat, are fried to order, ensuring that the wings are always served hot! Be sure to get the Atas Wing Set where you have two Har Cheong Gai or Prawn Paste Chicken, a sunny-side-up and rice!
If Har Cheong Gai is your thing, then you should never miss out on Ah Tan Wings! Not everything bad happens in Yishun!
Address: 51 Yishun Avenue 11 #01-40, Yishun Park Hawker Centre, Singapore 768867
Opening Hours: 11:00am-8:00pm (Sun – Fri), 10:30am-8:30pm (Sat)
Chix Hot Chicken
Co-owned by Singapore Idol, Taufik Batisah, Chix Hot Chicken serves up Nashville-style fried chicken in the heart of Kampong Glam with three levels of heat – mild, extra and insane! There is also a buttermilk brined option for those who prefer to keep it milder.
Diners can choose whether they want Breast and Wing or Thigh and Leg when placing their orders. The fried chicken here is dusted with a layer of dry rub consisting of spices and herbs; if you are going for the extra or insane level, the mix includes ghost pepper – known to be one of the hottest pepper!
The Nashville-style fried chicken here may look dull and unappetising, but do not let its appearance fool you! They are incredibly crispy, and meat is extremely juicy and spicy, depending on your choice of spiciness!
Address: 1 Jalan Pisang #01-01, Singapore 199069
Opening Hours: 5:00pm-10:00pm daily, closed on Sun & Mon
Da Ji Hainanese Chicken Rice
Do not be fooled by the signboard. Da Ji Hainanese Chicken Rice is not your usual chicken rice stall. While they do offer chicken rice, the star dish here is actually the deep-fried chicken wings!
For $3.30 (Famous Fried Chicken Wing Rice), you get a plate of two fried chicken wings and chicken rice – this is easily the best value for money dish in Singapore – I don’t know how we missed out on this gem before! The fried chicken wings are deep-fried until crispy golden brown and are only slightly sweet. The meat remains juicy and tender, while the marinade isn’t overpowering at all!
Address: 75 Lorong 5 Toa Payoh #01-31, Toa Payoh Lorong 5 Food Centre, Singapore 310075
Opening Hours: 6:30 pm – 12:00mn daily, closed on Thu
Eng Kee
With two outlets in Redhill and Commonwealth, Eng Kee is a beloved stall serving up fried chicken wings that are crunchy on the outside and tender within. The stall shot to greater fame when Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong was spotted queuing up for their favourite fried chicken wings in 2014!
The secret to their signature fried chicken wings is simple: they massage and marinate the chicken wings overnight before frying them to perfection. The result is chicken wings that are crunchy on the outside and tender within – make sure that you get a mouthful of meat with each bite!
Address: 117 Commonwealth Drive, Singapore 141091
Opening Hours: 11:30am-8:30pm daily, closed on Sun
Hon Ni Kitchen
Located in Bedok, Hon Ni Kitchen has been attracting patrons with their delicious signature Nasi Lemak, but unbeknownst to many, they also serve up some pretty good fried chicken wings!
Even though the chicken wings are not fried to order, you will still get piping hot, crispy fried chicken wings because they get replenished constantly! It is also a testament to how tasty they are! The fried chicken wings have a golden brown crispy exterior and a juicy, tender interior – the meat is so succulent! If you like to have your fried chicken wing spicy, eat with their special sambal chilli sauce.
Hon Ni Kitchen is one of our favourite stalls to visit when we’re craving Nasi Lemak with fried chicken wings!
Address: 216 Bedok North Street 1 #01-07, Singapore 460216
Opening Hours: 6:00am-1:00pm daily, closed on Sun & Mon
Victor Famous Fried Chicken Wing Rice
Having been around for more than 30 years, Victor Famous Fried Chicken Wing Rice is a classic stall that has been serving up fried chicken wings and rice for many years. Victor used to run the famous Carona Fried Chicken brand that some of us grew up eating!
Their deep-fried chicken wings are fried to order, ensuring that the wings remain crispy and hot. The batter is light and crunchy, making it the perfect vessel to transport the succulent meat within into your mouth!
Address: 638 Veerasamy Road #01-101, Yi He Eating House, Singapore 200638
Opening Hours: 11:30am-6:00pm daily
Yardbird
Yardbird Southern Table & Bar is a farm-to-table restaurant that is celebrated for its American cuisine. The signature Chicken ‘n’ Watermelon ‘n’ Waffles is made with an old family Southern-style fried chicken recipe.
The chicken is brined for an extended period of time before being fried in their house secret recipe blend of spices and flour. The result is juicy, crispy, savoury battered Southern-style chicken that holds together but still comes off intact when cut with a fork. The best part? It’s not greasy! The dish is served with Honey Hot Sauce to balance out the flavours and add a little extra something. If you are looking for a place to impress your date with a good meal, look no further!
Address: 2 Bayfront Avenue #B1-07, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
Opening Hours: 11:30am-10:00pm (Mon-Thu), 10:00am-11:00pm (Sat), 10:00am-10:00pm (Sun)
With so many fried chicken joints in Singapore, it can be difficult to know which one serves the best fried chicken in Singapore. For those who are on the hunt for more options and don’t want to miss out on some of the best fried chicken in town, here’s your guide!
We hope that this post helps you find just what you’re looking for when seeking delicious fried chicken in Singapore – if not? Let us know and we’ll help narrow things down even further with some additional recommendations!
