Heng Hwa restaurant Ming Chung's very own Prawn Paste Chicken has a crispy thin crust and is simply flavourful, coated generously in prawn paste and fried to a perfect golden crisp. Every bite brings an audible, satisfying crunch! Address: 67 Maude Rd, Singapore 208348 Opening Hours: 12–10 PM Tues to Sun. Closed on Mon

For somewhere a little different, head to No.5 Emerald Hill for your har cheong gai fix. It is one of its most popular bar snacks at this cocktail bar in Orchard Road, marinated with shrimp sauce and Chinese wine to create its umami profile. They crackle with every bite without being too greasy, and it’s also too easy to polish off the entire basket, Address: 5 Emerald Hill Rd, Singapore 229289...

Har cheong gai gets a modern facelift at Oriole Coffee + Bar. Apart from a Har Cheong Gai that’s amped up with sambal belachan, they also have a Har Cheong Gai & Sambal Belachan Burger featuring tender, shrimp paste-marinated chicken thigh sandwiched between fluffy buns and paired with a side of sweet potato fries! Address: 96 Somerset Rd, #01-01, Singapore 238163 Opening Hours: 11 AM–10:30 PM...

The signature Har Cheong Gai at Por Kee Eating House might be slightly lacking in crunch, but the skin holds its crispiness well even when left exposed for some time. It is totally compensated by the umami prawn paste flavour that is further elevated by a tangy lime-infused chilli sauce! Address: 69 Seng Poh Ln, #01-02, Singapore 160069 Opening Hours: 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10:45 PM Tues to Sun

Run by Hainanese owners, you might know Pow Sing Restaurant for their top-notch Hainanese chicken rice, but their other chicken dishes are very much worth a try too. Their Prawn Paste Fried Chicken Wings boast a well-balanced flavour that is extremely aromatic along with tender and juicy flesh. Address: 59 Serangoon Garden Way, Singapore 555961 Opening Hours: 10:30 AM–9:30 PM daily

While you’re here for Seng Kee’s famous mee sua, make sure to also try their har cheong gai. This well-loved supper spot fries up a solid Deep Fried Prawn Paste Chicken that is delectably crunchy yet juicy. We also like the accompanying chilli that is tangy and citrusy and helps to cut through any grease. Address: 475 Changi Rd, Singapore 419892 Opening Hours: 11:30 AM–2 AM daily

With two locations in Bedok, come early if you want a taste of Sin Ho’s har cheong gai, because it’s their most popular dish and they’re often all sold out by 8pm! The chicken is well-marinated in a fragrant, mouthwatering prawn paste that is incredibly appetising, and the stall is so dedicated to getting it right that one employee is stationed just to fry this constantly, so you always fresh pipi...

Started in the Serangoon neighbourhood, this fishhead steamboat spot now has several branches around the island. Don’t miss the har cheong gai while you’re here. They are deliciously plump and fried to perfection with a crispy exterior and juicy interior! Address: Multiple Outlets

Many people come for Two Chefs’ Coffee Pork Ribs and Butter Pork Ribs, but if you’re having a proper feast we highly recommend you to try its classic Har Cheong Gai as well. While they looked ordinary in appearance, the chicken wings had a generous and crunchy batter. The prawn paste did not overpower he taste of the freshly fried chicken, making for a well-balanced dish! Address: Multiple Outl...

Whampoa Keng might have made a name for itself thanks to its fish head steamboat that’s still cooked the traditional way over charcoal – but the Prawn Paste Chicken Wings are well worth the trip too. These wings are marinated for up to eight hours and coated in four different types of flour, creating a golden-brown crust that packs a serious crunch. Address: 556 Balestier Rd, Singapore 329872...