Bold and Crispy Spicy Dragon Chicken for Dinner Delight

This quick and easy Spicy Dragon Chicken recipe captures vibrant flavors with crispy chicken chunks in a fiery sauce.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Indo-Chinese

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Your choice provides the perfect meatiness.
½ cup Cornstarch For achieving crispy texture.
1 large Egg White Acts as a binding agent.
½ teaspoon Salt Enhances the chicken's natural flavors.
½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth and depth.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil High smoke point oil for frying.
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Introduces nutty flavor.
2 tablespoons Garlic, minced For aromatic base.
1 tablespoon Ginger, minced Works with garlic.
2-3 Dried Red Chilies or Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice tolerance.
½ cup Tomato Ketchup Balances out the heat.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Infuses depth and richness.
1 tablespoon Chili Garlic Sauce Introduces complexity.
1 tablespoon Vinegar Adds a tangy element.
1 tablespoon Sugar or Honey Sweetens the sauce.
¼ cup Water As needed to thin the sauce.

For Garnish (Optional)

1 cup Sliced Green Onions Adds freshness and color.
¼ cup Toasted Sesame Seeds Enhances flavor and crunch.
1 cup Thin Strips of Fried Onion or Bell Pepper Provides extra crunch.

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cut boneless chicken into bite-sized pieces. Combine with egg white, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry marinated chicken in batches for 4-6 minutes until golden brown.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add sesame oil. Add garlic, ginger, and chili; sauté until aromatic. Stir in ketchup, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Return fried chicken to the skillet. Toss in the sauce, cooking for an additional minute.
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinate chicken up to 24 hours for deeper flavor and adjust spice level as desired. Keep oil temperature high for crispy chicken.

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