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Firecracker Chicken Stir Fry Recipe

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This Firecracker Chicken Stir Fry features tender slices of chicken breast cooked to perfection in a sweet and spicy sauce made from hot sauce, honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Tossed with crunchy bell peppers, julienned carrots, and fresh green onions, this vibrant stir fry delivers a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and tang. Quick to prepare and ideal for a weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with jasmine rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

Vegetables

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Other

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the sauce: In a bowl, combine the hot sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. Mix well until the cornstarch is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a pan or skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken breast and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the vegetables: Add the sliced red bell pepper, julienned carrots, and sliced green onions to the pan. Stir-fry the mixture until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Combine sauce and stir fry: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the pan. Stir continuously and cook until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  5. Finish with spice: For extra heat, sprinkle the red pepper flakes over the stir fry and stir to combine.
  6. Serve: Remove from heat and serve the firecracker chicken stir fry hot over jasmine rice or noodles of your choice.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce based on your preferred spice level.
  • You can substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables such as snap peas, broccoli, or mushrooms.
  • If you want a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
  • This dish is best served immediately for optimal texture and flavor.

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