Description
Irresistibly Spicy Dragon Chicken is a quick weeknight meal that delivers bold flavors and incredible versatility.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs
- 1/2 cup Cornstarch
- 1 large Egg White
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp Ginger (minced)
- 2 nos Dried Red Chilies or Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/2 cup Tomato Ketchup
- 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Chili Garlic Sauce
- 1 tbsp Vinegar
- 1 tbsp Sugar or Honey
- Water (as needed)
- 1 cup Sliced Green Onions
- 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 cup Thin Strips of Fried Onion or Bell Pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate with egg white, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry marinated chicken in batches for 4-6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic, ginger, and red chilies in sesame oil. Add ketchup, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add fried chicken back to the skillet and toss until coated with sauce. Simmer for an additional minute.
- Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Pair with rice, noodles, or lettuce cups.
Notes
- Thighs are recommended for extra moisture and tenderness.
- Adjust red chilies according to your spice preference.
- Tamari works well for gluten-free options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Spicy Dragon Chicken, chicken recipe, weeknight meal, stir-fry