Firecracker Chicken Dinner (Printable Recipe)

Crispy chicken bites glazed in spicy-sweet sauce, ready in 30 minutes.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1/2 cup cornstarch
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
05 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for frying

→ Sauce

06 - 1/3 cup buffalo sauce or hot sauce
07 - 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
08 - 2 teaspoons minced garlic
09 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
10 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
11 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce

→ Optional for serving

12 - Steamed white rice
13 - Chopped green onions

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a bowl, whisk together buffalo sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, vinegar, and soy sauce until smooth.
02 - Place cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a large zip-top bag. Add chicken and shake until evenly coated.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add coated chicken pieces and cook for 7–8 minutes until golden and crispy.
04 - Pour the sauce into the skillet. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until it begins to thicken.
05 - Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until fully glazed.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Bite-sized chicken pieces cook evenly and stay tender.
02 - Thicker sauce clings better to the crispy chicken.
03 - Don't overcrowd the skillet to maintain crispiness.
04 - Air fry chicken at 400°F for 10–12 minutes for a lighter option.

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