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A vibrant plate of spicy firecracker chicken featuring crispy golden chicken pieces coated in a glossy, fiery red sauce with chili flakes and sliced green onions, garnished with sesame seeds on a rustic wooden board.

Spicy Firecracker Chicken for a Quick Flavor Explosion

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A quick and spicy chicken dish with a fiery glaze, perfect for weeknights. Crispy chicken coated in a flavorful, spicy sauce topped with fresh scallions and sesame seeds.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-2 red chili peppers, sliced
  • 3 tbsp hot sauce (like sriracha)
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with soy sauce and cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until crispy and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and chili peppers, sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Mix hot sauce, honey, and rice vinegar, then pour over chicken. Toss to coat evenly and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by adding more or fewer chili peppers.
  • Can be served with steamed rice or broccoli for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if soy sauce is gluten-free)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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