Mongolian Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes more.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water. Add to the skillet and stir until the sauce is thickened, about 1 minute.
4. Stir in the green onions and cook for 1 minute more.
5. Serve hot over cooked rice.

Interesting Facts

• Mongolian Chicken is a popular dish in Asian fusion restaurants.
• The dish is thought to have originated in Mongolia.
• The flavors of Mongolian Chicken are reminiscent of other Asian dishes like Mongolian Beef and General Tso's Chicken.