Description
This Easy Mongolian Chicken recipe delivers a fast, flavorful dinner with tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce, brightened by fresh ginger, garlic, and green onions. Ready in under 30 minutes, it is perfect for busy weeknights and pleases the whole family with its balanced taste and customizable options.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (natural)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (natural)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/8 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking. Pat the chicken dry thoroughly with paper towels to help achieve a crispier texture when frying.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce (natural), brown sugar (natural), minced garlic, grated ginger, apple cider vinegar, and a small pinch of natural gelling agent. Stir until the sugar dissolves fully and the sauce is ready to blend with the chicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding, and fry until each piece develops a golden crust and is cooked through.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low and pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken. Toss well to coat every piece evenly. Allow the sauce to thicken, forming a shiny glaze on the chicken.
- Add the Finishing Touches: Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped green onions, adding fresh flavor and vibrant color to the dish before serving.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier and more tender meat compared to breasts.
- Pat chicken dry before frying to get a crispier crust.
- Allow time for the sauce to reduce and become glossy for the best texture.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar to balance sweetness to your preference.
- Add green onions only at the end for optimal crunch and color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Mongolian chicken, quick dinner, sweet and savory, family-friendly, soy sauce chicken, easy Asian recipe, gluten free dinner
