Description

Spicy Dragon Chicken is a vibrant and mouthwatering dish bursting with bold, spicy flavors and a perfect tender crunch. Combining fresh ingredients and a natural gelling agent, this recipe creates a delightful silky coating that enhances every bite. Quick to prepare and customizable in spice level, it is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Vegetables

500g boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to heat preference)
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 spring onions, chopped (for garnish)

Sauce and Marinade

2 tbsp soy sauce (natural)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp tomato ketchup (natural)
1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp natural gelling agent diluted in 1 tbsp water
Salt to taste

Cooking

2 tbsp cooking oil (neutral)

Instructions

Prep the Chicken and Vegetables: Cut the chicken breast into evenly sized bite-sized pieces for uniform cooking. Dice the red and green bell peppers. Finely chop the green chilies and mince the garlic and ginger to allow their flavors to evenly infuse throughout the dish. Setting the ingredients ready before cooking will make the process smoother.
Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, a pinch of salt, and a small amount of natural gelling agent. Toss well to coat and allow to marinate briefly, which will tenderize the chicken and help the spices and sauce cling better later.
Cook the Chicken: Heat cooking oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and stir-fry until fully cooked and lightly golden on the edges. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside while preparing the sauce.
Prepare the Sauce: In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed, then sauté the minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies until fragrant. Add the diced bell peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes, keeping them slightly crisp. Next, pour in tomato ketchup (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar, stirring constantly to create a glossy, flavorful sauce.
Bring it All Together: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss thoroughly so each piece is coated with the sauce. Add the diluted natural gelling agent and cook for another 1-2 minutes to thicken the sauce and give it a shiny, clingy finish. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed before turning off the heat.

Notes

Slice chicken evenly to ensure uniform cooking and tender texture.
Use fresh garlic, ginger, and chilies for the best flavor impact.
Control the spice level by adjusting the number of green chilies added gradually.
Do not overcook the bell peppers; keep them crisp for texture contrast.
Add the natural gelling agent towards the end to properly thicken the sauce without clumping.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-frying
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 280
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Dragon Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Stir-fry, Quick Dinner, Spicy Asian Dish, Chicken Recipe, Gluten Free