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Chili Chicken

A tangy, spicy, and sticky dish featuring bite-sized chicken pieces coated in a flavorful sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Indo-Chinese
Servings 6 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 500 grams Chicken breast or thigh, cut into bite-size pieces Use breast or thigh according to preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Use white or rice vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar White or rice vinegar works well.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch For crispy outer coat.
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup Trust the recipe!
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Adds a hint of sweetness.
  • 2 pieces Fresh green chilies, chopped Adjust for spice preference.
  • 1 medium Bell pepper, chopped Adds crunch.
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped Rustic is fine!
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Optional for extra flavor.
  • to taste Salt To season chicken.
  • to taste Pepper To season chicken.
  • 2 tablespoons Oil For frying.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cut chicken into small bite-size pieces for faster cooking.
  • Coat chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.

Cooking

  • Pan-fry coated chicken pieces in oil until golden.
  • In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, vinegar, ketchup, chopped green chilies, and sugar.
  • Toss the crispy chicken in the sauce while the pan is still hot.
  • Add chopped bell peppers and onions for extra crunch.
  • Let the mixture bubble until sticky and shiny.
  • Serve with rice or enjoy straight from the pan.

Notes

For added flair, consider garnishing with fresh cilantro or spring onions. Adjust the number of chilies based on spice preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 730mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g
Keyword Chili Chicken, Comfort Food, Quick Dinner, spicy chicken, Weeknight Meal
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