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Dragon Chicken

Spicy Dragon Chicken: Quick, Crispy Comfort Food Delight

Dragon Chicken is a quick and spicy stir-fry that delivers vibrant Indo-Chinese flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Indo-Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 pound Boneless chicken thighs or breasts skinless for juiciness
  • 1 Egg white or flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 cup Cornstarch potato starch is an alternative
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Salt kosher
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 cup Oil vegetable or peanut for frying
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame oil toasted brings more richness
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger freshly minced
  • 2 pieces Dried chilies adjust heat as desired
  • 1 tablespoon Ketchup or substitute with homemade tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Chili garlic sauce or substitute with Sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar rice vinegar adds acidity
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar or brown sugar for extra depth
To Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions chopped fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds optional

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • skillet
  • Frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine sliced boneless chicken thighs or breasts with egg white, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  3. In the same skillet, add sesame oil and 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 until the sauce thickens.
  5. Add the fried chicken back to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, ensure oil is hot enough and avoid overcrowding the pan while frying chicken.

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