Spicy Dragon Chicken
Experience the bold and tantalizing flavors of Spicy Dragon Chicken, a dish that will awaken your taste buds and leave you craving more. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken marinated in a delightful blend of spices and sauces, creating a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this dish promises to impress with its vibrant flavors and unforgettable aroma.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili paste (sambal oelek or gochujang)
- 2 tbsp honey (preferably raw)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp oil for cooking
- Optional garnish: chopped green onions or sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix garlic, ginger, soy sauce, chili paste, honey, and lime juice to create the marinade.
- Combine the chicken with the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge).
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown (about 8-10 minutes).
- Pour remaining marinade into the skillet, cooking for an additional minute until thickened.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg