Description
Looking for a bold and fiery dinner idea? This Dragon Chicken recipe delivers the ultimate balance of crispy texture, spicy heat, and sweet garlicky glaze. It’s a quick dinner option, a fantastic party dish, or the perfect way to upgrade your weeknight meals. If you’re into spicy food ideas, easy recipes that feel like restaurant quality, or want to impress with a flavorful twist, this is your go-to recipe for an easy dinner or lunch that’s anything but boring.
Ingredients
500g boneless chicken breast or thigh, sliced into strips
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinade)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
6 to 8 dried red chilies
2 tablespoons soy sauce (for sauce)
1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
1 tablespoon red chili sauce
1 tablespoon honey or sugar
1 teaspoon vinegar
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Oil for frying
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine chicken strips with cornstarch, flour, egg, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Mix well and marinate for 15–20 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a deep pan. Fry the chicken in small batches on medium-high heat until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
3. In a separate pan, heat 1–2 tablespoons oil. Sauté garlic, ginger, and dried red chilies until aromatic.
4. Add 2 tablespoons soy sauce, ketchup, chili sauce, vinegar, and honey. Stir and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thick.
5. Toss the fried chicken into the sauce and stir until every piece is coated well. Cook for 1–2 more minutes.
6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Notes
Always marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes to help the coating bind and boost flavor.
Fry the chicken in small batches to maintain oil temperature and crispness.
For a saucier version, double the sauce ingredients and cook a minute longer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fried and shallow-fried
- Cuisine: Indo-Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: easy recipe, spicy chicken, dinner ideas, dragon chicken, Indo-Chinese food, quick dinner