Irresistibly Spicy Dragon Chicken: Quick Indo-Chinese Delight Recipe
Irresistibly Spicy Dragon Chicken is a quick and flavorful Indo-Chinese dish featuring crispy marinated chicken tossed in a bold, spicy, and tangy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it combines the crispiness of fried chicken with a rich sauce balanced by garlic, ginger, soy, and chili heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indo-Chinese
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs (choose thighs for added moisture and tenderness)
- ¼ cup Cornstarch
- 1 Egg White
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
For Frying
- Vegetable Oil (canola or peanut oil recommended, for frying)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 2–3 Dried Red Chilies or Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (adjust to spice preference)
- ½ cup Tomato Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Chili Garlic Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar or Honey
- ¼ cup Water (to loosen sauce as needed)
For Garnish (Optional)
- Sliced Green Onions
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
- Thin Strips of Fried Onion or Bell Pepper
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced chicken with the egg white, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly coat the pieces. Let the chicken marinate for 10 to 15 minutes to absorb flavors and improve coating adherence.
- Fry Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Fry the marinated chicken in batches, cooking each batch for about 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use paper towels to drain excess oil from the fried chicken pieces.
- Make Sauce: Using the same skillet, add sesame oil and sauté the minced garlic, minced ginger, and dried red chilies for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in tomato ketchup, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Let the sauce simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, adding water as needed to achieve a suitable sauce consistency.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Toss the fried chicken pieces into the skillet with the prepared sauce. Stir well to ensure every piece is uniformly coated. Simmer together for another minute to marry flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Optionally, add thin strips of fried onion or bell pepper for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- This dish is great for meal prep and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice, noodles, or as a filling for lettuce cups.
- Adjust the number of dried chilies or chili garlic sauce in the sauce to control the heat level according to your spice tolerance.
- Using chicken thighs instead of breasts will yield a juicier and more tender texture.
- Ensure the oil temperature is hot enough to get a crispy exterior while frying the chicken.
Keywords: Dragon Chicken, Indo-Chinese Chicken, Spicy Chicken Recipes, Crispy Chicken, Quick Dinner, Fried Chicken, Chinese Style Chicken
