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Spicy Firecracker Chicken That'll Ignite Your Taste Buds

This Firecracker Chicken delivers a spicy kick and can be made in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce A salty base that brings depth and umami flavor
  • 1/4 cup honey Adds sweetness to balance the heat
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste for spiciness
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced for aromatic warmth
  • 1 tablespoon ginger Grated, enhances overall taste
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs Juicy and flavorful
  • 2 green onions Sliced for garnish
For Serving
  • 2 cups steamed rice or noodles Perfect base for the chicken
  • 4 leaves lettuce For fresh wraps

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, gochujang, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl.
  2. Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces and toss with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cornstarch.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken pieces for 4-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Add more olive oil to skillet, add cooked chicken and sauce, cook until thickened.
  5. Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For the best results, marinate chicken in buffalo sauce for 30 minutes before cooking to boost flavor.

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