{"id":8015,"date":"2026-09-30T13:42:31","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T13:42:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=8015"},"modified":"2026-09-30T13:42:31","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T13:42:31","slug":"quick-mongolian-chicken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/30\/quick-mongolian-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"Quick Mongolian Chicken"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Quick Mongolian Chicken<\/h1>\n<p>Try this delicious and easy Mongolian Chicken for a flavorful homemade dinner! Tender pieces of chicken are coated in a rich, savory sauce with the perfect balance of sweet, garlicky, and slightly spicy flavors. Served with crisp vegetables and steamed rice, this restaurant-style meal comes together quickly and is perfect for a busy weeknight.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong> 15 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Marinating Time:<\/strong> 15 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Cook Time:<\/strong> 20 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Total Time:<\/strong> 50 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Servings:<\/strong> 4<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients<\/h2>\n<h3>For the Chicken<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>700 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces<\/li>\n<li>3 tablespoons cornstarch<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon soy sauce<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon vegetable oil<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For the Sauce<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00bd cup soy sauce<\/li>\n<li>\u2153 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup chicken broth<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon hoisin sauce<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon rice vinegar<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon sesame oil<\/li>\n<li>3 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For the Vegetables<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 tablespoon vegetable oil<\/li>\n<li>1 bell pepper, sliced<\/li>\n<li>1 small onion, sliced<\/li>\n<li>1 cup broccoli florets<\/li>\n<li>2 green onions, sliced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For Serving<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Steamed white or jasmine rice<\/li>\n<li>Sesame seeds<\/li>\n<li>Extra sliced green onions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Instructions<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Marinate the Chicken<\/h3>\n<p>Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl. Add the soy sauce, vegetable oil, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss well to coat.<\/p>\n<p>Let the chicken marinate for <strong>15 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Coat the Chicken<\/h3>\n<p>Add the cornstarch to the marinated chicken and toss until each piece is lightly coated.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Prepare the Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, chicken broth, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.<\/p>\n<p>Set aside.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Cook the Chicken<\/h3>\n<p>Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil.<\/p>\n<p>Add the chicken in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Cook for about <strong>3\u20134 minutes per side<\/strong>, until golden brown and cooked through.<\/p>\n<p>Transfer the chicken to a plate.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Stir-Fry the Vegetables<\/h3>\n<p>Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet if needed.<\/p>\n<p>Add the onion, bell pepper, and broccoli. Stir-fry for <strong>3\u20135 minutes<\/strong>, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Add the Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with the vegetables.<\/p>\n<p>Bring it to a gentle simmer and cook for <strong>2\u20133 minutes<\/strong>, allowing the sauce to begin thickening.<\/p>\n<h3>7. Combine Everything<\/h3>\n<p>Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.<\/p>\n<p>Toss everything together and simmer for another <strong>2\u20133 minutes<\/strong>, until the chicken is completely coated in the glossy sauce.<\/p>\n<h3>8. Garnish and Serve<\/h3>\n<p>Remove from the heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.<\/p>\n<p>Serve immediately over steamed white or jasmine rice.<\/p>\n<h2>Helpful Tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>For extra-tender chicken, use boneless chicken thighs.<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken; this helps it brown instead of steaming.<\/li>\n<li>Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your preferred level of heat.<\/li>\n<li>For a thicker sauce, simmer it for an additional minute or two.<\/li>\n<li>Add extra broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas for a vegetable-packed meal.<\/li>\n<li>Serve immediately with plenty of steamed rice to soak up the delicious sauce.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quick Mongolian Chicken Try this delicious and easy Mongolian Chicken for a flavorful homemade dinner! 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