Firecracker Chicken Recipe

Firecracker Chicken Recipe

from sandyrecipes.com
30 min
4 servings

This Firecracker Chicken recipe is packed with spicy and tangy flavors, made with tender chicken thighs, and coated in a sweet, sticky sauce. It’s a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. The perfect combination of heat and sweetness makes this dish irresistible. Key ingredients include chicken, hot sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and soy sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions and sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet.

  3. 3

    In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add hot sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Stir and bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Return the chicken to the skillet, toss in the sauce, and cook until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.