Easy Mongolian Chicken: 7 Steps to a Flavorful Dish
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Easy Mongolian Chicken is a quick and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with a sweet and savory sauce.
- Author: Lisa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
- Mixed vegetables (like bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas, optional)
- Creating Easy Mongolian Chicken is simple if you follow these clear steps:
- Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until well blended.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly.
- Reduce the heat to medium and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly add this mixture to the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- If using mixed vegetables, add them to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
- Transfer the Easy Mongolian Chicken to a serving dish, ready for your family and friends to enjoy.
Notes
- This dish can be served over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by varying the amount of brown sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg