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Quick & Easy Mongolian Chicken

A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken in a savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Mongolian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce for marinade
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch for coating
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
Garnish
  • 2 scallions green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds toasted

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Stir well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  2. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

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