Description

This Mongolian chicken is crispy slices of chicken breast stir fried in a sweet and savory sauce. A restaurant favorite that tastes even better when you make it at home!

Ingredients

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1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
1/4 cup + 2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided use
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup water
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup green onions, cut into 1 inch pieces
salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Step 1: Place the chicken and 1/4 cup cornstarch in a resealable plastic bag, shake to coat evenly.
Step 2: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over high heat.
Step 3: Add the chicken to the pan in a single layer and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Step 4: Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until browned. Cook in multiple batches if needed.
Step 5: Remove the chicken from the pan and place on a plate lined with paper towels.
Step 6: Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and cook for 30 seconds. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, water and brown sugar to the pan and bring to a simmer.
Step 7: Mix the 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water. Add the cornstarch to the sauce and bring to a boil; boil for 30-60 seconds until just thickened.
Step 8: Add the chicken and green onions to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce.

Notes

Partially freeze chicken breasts to make them easier to slice. You can substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs or shrimp. Optional vegetable additions include zucchini, water chestnuts, carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, or red peppers. Serve over steamed rice, zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or chow mein.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stir Fry
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 452 kcal
Sugar: 27 g
Sodium: 739 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 46 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 32 g
Cholesterol: 90 mg