15-Minute Spicy Chicken: Quick Flavor Explosion for Dinner

15-Minute Spicy Chicken is a quick, flavorful dish providing a hassle-free dinner option with protein and versatility.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chicken

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs Tender and juicy
1 teaspoon salt to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, to taste
2 tablespoons cornstarch for crispy crust

Sauce

2 tablespoons cooking oil vegetable or canola
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar for tanginess
1 quarter cup low-sodium soy sauce for umami flavor
1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek adjust based on spice tolerance
1 tablespoon runny honey to balance heat
1 teaspoon sesame oil for nutty flavor

Garnish

2 tablespoons diced green onion for freshness
1 tablespoon sesame seeds for crunch

Equipment

cast-iron skillet
mixing bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle cornstarch over.
Heat a skillet on medium-high for 2 minutes.
Add cooking oil, place chicken in a single layer, cook undisturbed for 3 minutes.
Whisk sauce ingredients in a bowl.
After 3 minutes, stir chicken and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Pour sauce into skillet, stir to coat chicken, simmer for a few minutes.
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, serve over rice or in tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the skillet is hot before adding chicken for the best sear. Adjust spice levels in the sauce to taste.

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