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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
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian- Inspired, Chinese-American
Servings 4
Calories 449 kcal

Equipment

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

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

Instructions
 

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
  • 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.