Ginger Chicken

Dive into the tasty world of my Ginger Chicken! It's crispy, full of flavors with a sweet and spicy kick, and super yummy. The ginger and the sauce make every bite unforgettable. It’s the kind of meal that makes you go "wow" and keeps you coming back for more. It’s easy, quick, and a real crowd-pleaser!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pound chicken breast (boneless and skinless and cut into thin long strips)
• 2 large eggs
• vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
• 2 green onions (chopped, optional)
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Prepare the dredging.: Whisk the eggs in a shallow plate. In another shallow plate whisk together all the breading ingredients.
2. 2Dip the chicken.: Dip the chicken pieces in the egg wash then dredge them through the flour and make sure each piece is fully coated in flour.
3. 3Fry the chicken.: Fill a Dutch oven or a deep frying pan with vegetable oil, about 1½ inches deep and heat. When the oil is hot, ideal temperature is around 350°F (180°C), add chicken to the pan, a few at a time, and fry it for about 3 or 4 minutes until it's golden brown. Make sure the chicken is cooked inside. Repeat this until all the chicken is fried.
4. 4Make the sauce.: To make the sauce whisk all the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl.
5. 5Drizzle and garnish.: Drizzle the sauce over the chicken and give them a good toss. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions if preferred.