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Easy Mongolian Chicken

Easy Mongolian Chicken

A flavorful and hassle-free meal! This Easy Mongolian Chicken features tender chicken coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory sauce, making it a perfect quick dinner option.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, water, and cornstarch until smooth.
  4. Combine: Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Adjust the brown sugar for preferred sweetness.

  • Author: Camilia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg

Keywords: mongolian chicken, easy dinner, quick meal, asian chicken, sweet and savory