Sweet Savory Mongolian Chicken (Printable Version)
Tender chicken in a sweet and savory Asian-inspired glaze, ready in 25 minutes with only seven ingredients.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Sauce
02 - 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
03 - 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
04 - 1/4 cup water
→ Aromatics
05 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
→ Oil
07 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
→ Garnish
08 - 2 green onions, sliced
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, and water in a medium bowl. Stir until sugar completely dissolves. Set aside.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
03 - Add chicken pieces to the hot pan. Cook for 4–5 minutes, turning frequently to brown all sides evenly.
04 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.
05 - Pour prepared sauce over chicken. Stir well to coat all pieces. Bring to a simmer and cook for 6–8 minutes until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
06 - Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- This seven-ingredient wonder delivers restaurant quality flavor without the mystery additives or steep delivery fees
- The sauce comes together faster than you can decide between rice or noodles, making it perfect for those weeknight what's for dinner panic moments
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- That sauce will continue thickening off the heat, so pull it when it looks slightly thinner than you want
- Crowding the pan traps steam and prevents proper browning, so cook in batches if your skillet is on the smaller side
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- A light dusting of cornstarch on the chicken before searing creates incredible texture and helps the sauce cling to every piece
- Toast some sesame seeds in a dry pan and sprinkle them over the top for restaurant presentation