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Quick & Easy Mongolian Chicken

A quick and flavorful Mongolian chicken dish that is perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Mongolian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce for marinade
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for coating
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce for sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar for acidity
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for flavor
Vegetables
  • 1 cup bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup carrots sliced
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, combine chicken pieces, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 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, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Vegetables
  1. Add bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Combine with Sauce
  1. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Serve
  1. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gFiber: 2gSugar: 8g

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.

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