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Dragon Chicken

Spicy Dragon Chicken: Your Quick Indo-Chinese Dinner Delight

Spicy Dragon Chicken is a quick and flavorful Indo-Chinese stir-fry that satisfies takeaway cravings with its crispy chicken and tangy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indo-Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Substitute with thigh for more tenderness.
  • 1 large Egg White Can be omitted for a lighter dish.
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch All-purpose flour can be used as a substitute.
  • to taste none Salt
  • to taste none Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil Substitute with vegetable oil for a milder taste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Can use garlic powder as an alternative.
  • 1 inch Ginger Substitute with ground ginger if fresh is unavailable.
  • 3 to taste Dried Chilies Adjust quantity based on spice preference.
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Can use homemade or substitute with tomato sauce.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Garlic Sauce Substitute with sriracha.
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar Rice vinegar is recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Can omit for a less sweet dish.
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions Optional but recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Can use sliced almonds for variation.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sliced chicken breast with egg white, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and pour in enough oil to cover the bottom. Fry chicken in batches for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Lower heat and add sesame oil to the skillet. Sauté garlic, ginger, and dried chilies for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in ketchup, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add the crispy chicken to the sauce and toss gently until coated; simmer for an additional minute.
  6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately with rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and ginger. Adjust spice levels to taste and enjoy your homemade Dragon Chicken!

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