Description
How to make Spicy Dragon Chicken with succulent chicken, bold Asian spices, and fiery chili sauce that’s ready in minutes and your family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- Base Components:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 large red bell pepper, deseeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
- Flavor Builders:
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons chili garlic sauce (or more, to taste)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- Finishing Touches:
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces. In a bowl, combine chicken with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Marinate for at least 15-20 minutes while you prep other ingredients. This tenderizes the chicken beautifully for our Spicy Dragon Chicken.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened, but not browned. This step builds the foundational flavor.
- Build Sauce: Stir in the red bell pepper, chili garlic sauce, honey, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) with the aromatics. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Cook Chicken: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the marinated chicken pieces to the empty side, ensuring they cook in a single layer. Sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Combine & Simmer: Once chicken is cooked, mix it thoroughly with the sauce and vegetables in the skillet. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is well coated and heated through to finish the Spicy Dragon Chicken.
- Garnish & Serve: Garnish your delicious Spicy Dragon Chicken with freshly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Notes
Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes to ensure tender, flavorful results and prevent dryness.
Store leftover Spicy Dragon Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Chicken breast can substitute thighs; marinate well and avoid overcooking to keep it juicy.
Serve this Spicy Dragon Chicken hot over steamed jasmine rice or noodles, garnished with green onions.
Add a pinch of baking soda to the marinade for incredibly tender, restaurant-quality chicken.
**Allergy Information:** Soy, Gluten, Sesame