chili Chicken Recipe

Learn how to make a delicious and spicy Chili Chicken dish inspired by American-Chinese flavors. This recipe uses simple ingredients and is perfect for a quick dinner or a party favorite.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4

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Ingredients for the Recipe

For making this flavorful Chili Chicken, you’ll need the following ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• Boneless chicken (500g, cut into bite-sized pieces)
• Cornstarch (2 tablespoons)
• All-purpose flour (2 tablespoons)
• Egg (1, lightly beaten)
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1 teaspoon)
• Oil (for frying)

For the Sauce:

• Oil (2 tablespoons)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Ginger (1-inch piece, minced)
• Green chilies (2-3, sliced)
• Onion (1 large, diced)
• Bell peppers (1 red and 1 green, diced)
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Chili sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Tomato ketchup (2 tablespoons)
• Vinegar (1 teaspoon)
• Cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
• Sugar (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (to taste)
• Spring onions (for garnish)

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How to Make Chili Chicken

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
   • Add cornstarch, all-purpose flour, and the beaten egg to the marinated chicken. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
2. Fry the Chicken:
   • Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
   • Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
3. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
   • Sauté the minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies until fragrant.
   • Add the diced onions and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Make the Sauce:
   • Add soy sauce, chili sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, and sugar to the pan. Mix well.
   • Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Combine Chicken with Sauce:
   • Add the fried chicken pieces to the pan. Toss well to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce.
   • Cook for another 2 minutes to let the flavors blend.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with chopped spring onions.
   • Serve hot with steamed rice, fried rice, or noodles.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 22g
• Carbs: 32g
• Protein: 28g