Irresistibly Spicy Dragon Chicken: Quick Indo-Chinese Delight
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Irresistibly Spicy Dragon Chicken: Quick Indo-Chinese Delight, a dish that combines the perfect balance of heat and sweetness for an unforgettable meal. This quick and easy recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an excellent choice for bustling weeknights or casual gatherings with family and friends. With crispy chicken coated in a rich sauce packed with bold seasonings, this dish will surely become a favorite in your household. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles for a complete meal, and enjoy the customizable spice levels to suit every palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indo-Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 piece egg white
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 2–3 dried red chilies or crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
- 1/4 cup water
- Sliced green onions for garnish
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
- Thin strips of fried onion or bell pepper for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, egg white, salt, black pepper, and chicken pieces. Toss until well-coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add sesame oil, garlic, ginger, dried red chilies, ketchup, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, vinegar, sugar or honey, and water. Stir to combine.
- Return fried chicken to the pan and toss to coat in sauce; cook for an additional minute.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg