Quick & Easy Mongolian Chicken

Crispy fried chicken tossed in a sticky, sweet, and savory sauce. This quick and easy Mongolian chicken recipe uses simple ingredients and is ready in 25 minutes! A delicious main dish that's family-friendly, better-than-takeout, and great for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian

Servings

Calories per serving 224 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs
¼ cup cornstarch or potato starch, add more if needed
⅓ cup vegetable oil or any neutral oil
2 garlic cloves minced
1 red chili pepper sliced (optional)
5 slices ginger
4 tablespoon hoisin sauce
2 tablespoon regular soy sauce or light soy sauce
2 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoon sesame oil

Cornstarch Slurry

1 tablespoon cornstarch or potato starch
½ cup water cold

Optional Garnishes

1 green onion finely chopped
1 red chili pepper sliced

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and ½ cup (125 ml) cold water until fully dissolved. Set aside.
Cut chicken thighs into 1.5-inch cubes. Do not pat dry, as the moisture is needed for the next step.
Transfer the chicken to a large bowl and add cornstarch. Toss until evenly coated, adding more if needed. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Working in batches, fry the chicken in a single layer until crispy, cooked through, and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve 2 teaspoon of oil in the pan and discard the rest.
Reduce heat to medium. Stir-fry ginger, garlic, and red chili for 10 seconds. Add hoisin sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Stir the cornstarch slurry again, then pour it in. Stir to combine and simmer until the sauce thickens.
Add the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Remove from heat, garnish with red chili and green onions, and serve immediately.

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