Mongolian Chicken
A savory dish featuring tender chicken pieces in a luscious sauce with a burst of flavor from ginger, garlic, and hoisin sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced Use fresh for better flavor
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced Use fresh for better flavor
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch Helps give a crispy texture
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For cooking
- Green onions, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, minced ginger, and minced garlic to create the sauce.
- In another bowl, toss the diced chicken breast in cornstarch until well-coated.
Cooking
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the coated chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes without stirring until golden brown.
- Stir occasionally for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and crispy.
- Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the chicken and stir well to coat.
- Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Serving
- Transfer the Mongolian Chicken to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot over rice or alongside steamed vegetables.
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Notes
For a healthier option, consider air frying the chicken at 380°F for 12-15 minutes. Use fresh ginger and garlic for best flavor, don’t overcrowd the pan, and adjust sauce to your preference.