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Saucy Garlic Chicken (Better Than Takeout!)

Crispy chicken meets saucy goodness. The chicken gets a light, crispy coating before being tossed in the luscious sauce, so you get the best of both worlds.
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Saucy Garlic Chicken (Better Than Takeout!)
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes

Ingredients

For the Garlic Sauce: (Double if you want extra sauce)

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For the Chicken:

  • 1 LB boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • oil for frying

For the Stir-Fry:

  • 1½ tablespoons garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • ⅛ cup green onion whites and greens separated diced

Instructions

  • Marinate the Chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to a bowl. Toss with dark soy sauce and cornstarch until evenly coated. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes while you prep the other ingredients.
  • Make the Garlic Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients until smooth. Set aside.
  • Fry the Chicken: Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for a few minutes per side until golden, crispy, and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Carefully drain excess oil, leaving about one tablespoon in the skillet.
  • Stir-Fry the Veggies & Chicken: Toss in the sliced bell pepper and green onions. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Return the crispy chicken to the skillet, mixing everything together.
  • Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared garlic sauce into the skillet, stirring well to coat the chicken and veggies. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken.
  • Serve & Enjoy: Remove from heat and serve immediately over rice or noodles. Garnish with extra green onions if desired. Enjoy!
Servings: 4