Description
Indulge in the irresistible taste of Fast & Mouthwatering Spicy Dragon Chicken—an ideal dish for busy weeknights. This quick recipe features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a spicy-sweet sauce that tantalizes your taste buds while being easy on your schedule. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a delightful meal that’s perfect for both family dinners and entertaining guests. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or vegetables for a complete experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili paste (adjust based on spice preference)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ cup cornstarch (for coating)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Season the chicken cubes with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, chili paste, garlic, ginger, and honey to create the marinade.
- Coat chicken pieces in cornstarch until well-covered.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the marinade to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot with rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg