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
- Coat the chicken pieces in cornstarch, dip in beaten eggs, and fry in hot oil until crispy and golden brown.
- 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.
- Toss the crispy chicken in the spicy sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
- Enjoy the spicy and sweet flavors of this American Firecracker Chicken!
