Spicy American Firecracker Chicken Recipe

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Spicy American Firecracker Chicken Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 25, 2024

This Spicy American Firecracker Chicken recipe is a fusion of Chinese and American flavors, featuring crispy chicken tossed in a spicy sweet chili sauce. A perfect dish for spice lovers, this recipe is sure to add a flavorful kick to your dinner table.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sriracha sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Coat the chicken pieces in cornstarch, dip in beaten eggs, and fry in hot oil until crispy and golden brown.
  2. In a separate pan, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, sriracha sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  3. Toss the crispy chicken in the spicy sauce until well coated.
  4. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
  5. Enjoy the spicy and sweet flavors of this American Firecracker Chicken!

Interesting Facts

  • The term 'firecracker' in the recipe name refers to the explosive combination of spicy and sweet flavors.
  • This recipe can be easily customized by adjusting the level of spiciness to suit your taste preferences.