Description
Mongolian Chicken is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish made with tender chicken breast coated in cornstarch and tossed in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce with garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup + 2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season sliced chicken with salt and pepper, then toss with 1/4 cup cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken in batches and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and ginger and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, sesame oil, and remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch.
- Pour sauce into the pan and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat evenly.
- Add green onions, cook for 1 minute, and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve over steamed white rice, brown rice, or noodles.
- Add red pepper flakes if you like a spicy kick.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian