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Firecracker Chicken

Firecracker Chicken


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  • Author: Cara
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4

Description

Firecracker Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of your favorite Asian-inspired takeout right to your kitchen. This recipe features crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a tantalizing Firecracker sauce, striking a perfect balance between sweet and spicy. Whether you’re preparing it for family dinners, game nights, or meal prep for busy weeks, this dish is sure to impress. With its easy preparation and satisfying taste, you’ll find yourself making this flavorful chicken time and again.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • ¾ cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3 eggs (whisked)
  • ¾ cup cornstarch
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Cut the chicken into 2-inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Whisk eggs in a bowl and coat chicken pieces.
  4. Heat oil in a frying pan until hot (about 365°F).
  5. Coat chicken in cornstarch, dip in egg, and fry for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Drain on a wire rack and toss in the prepared Firecracker sauce.
  7. Transfer to a greased baking dish and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying/Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece (70g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 17g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg