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A close-up shot of a pair of chopsticks picking up a bite of perfectly glazed sweet chili chicken, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. In the background, a bowl of steaming white rice sits on the white marble cooktop, complementing the delicious, saucy dish.

Chang's Spicy Chicken Recipe

Chang’s Spicy Chicken is a perfect balance of crispy, juicy chicken coated in a sweet and fiery glaze. It’s a quick, flavorful dish that satisfies your takeout cravings at home!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian- Inspired, Chinese-American
Calories: 449
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 lb chicken breast diced
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 bunch green onions for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes or more to taste
Rice:
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tsp butter
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice: Bring water, butter, and salt to a boil, add rice, cover, and simmer until tender.
    A close-up shot of a stainless steel pot on a white marble cooktop, where water, butter, and salt are rapidly boiling in preparation for cooking white rice. A wooden spoon rests on the edge of the pot, indicating the next step in the cooking process, while steam gently rises from the bubbling water.
  2. Coat chicken in cornstarch for a crispy texture.
    Overhead shot of a glass mixing bowl with diced chicken pieces marinating in a dark, glossy mixture of soy sauce, chili vinegar, cornstarch, and ground ginger. A spoon stirs the ingredients evenly.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet and cook the chicken until golden brown.
    A close-up shot of a black skillet on a white marble cooktop, with canola oil shimmering as it heats over medium-high heat. The coated chicken pieces sizzle as they turn golden brown and crispy, with tiny bubbles forming around them, indicating they are cooking to perfection.
  4. In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, garlic, and chili flakes.
    A close-up shot of a glass mixing bowl on a white marble cooktop, where sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, and chili flakes are being whisked together. The sauce has a glossy, thick texture, blending into a rich and flavorful glaze for the crispy chicken.
  5. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and stir until well coated.
    A close-up shot of a black skillet on a white marble cooktop, where the crispy golden chicken pieces are being coated in a thick, caramelized sweet chili sauce. A spatula stirs the pieces gently, ensuring each bite is evenly covered with the rich, sticky glaze.
  6. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
  8. Serve hot with rice and enjoy!
    A close-up shot of a pair of chopsticks picking up a bite of perfectly glazed sweet chili chicken, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. In the background, a bowl of steaming white rice sits on the white marble cooktop, complementing the delicious, saucy dish.