Empress Chicken

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 4
Delicious Empress Chicken recipe for your dinner tonight
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 - 1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup white vinegar
3 -4 garlic cloves , minced
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger , chopped
3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts , cubed
1/4 cup dark soy sauce ( tamari )
1 large egg , beaten
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 cups green onions , minced ( one bunch )
8 small hot peppers , diced ( I used jalapenos )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
400
Sugar
30g
Fat
12g
Empress Chicken is a popular Chinese-American dish that is often enjoyed at restaurants and for takeout. The chicken is coated in a crispy cornstarch batter and tossed in a sweet and tangy sauce made with soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, and garlic. Dark soy sauce adds a rich umami flavor and depth to the sauce, while minced green onions and hot peppers provide a pop of freshness and heat. Serve this dish over rice for a satisfying and flavorful dinner.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, sugar, and 1/4 cup cornstarch until smooth.
2.Stir in soy sauce, white vinegar, garlic, ginger, and dark soy sauce.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed chicken, egg, and 1/2 cup cornstarch.
4.In a wok or large skillet, heat 1/4 inch oil over medium-high heat until hot.
5.Fry chicken in batches until golden and crispy, about 5 minutes per batch.
6.Remove chicken from oil and drain on paper towels.
7.Pour sauce into wok or skillet and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until thickened.
8.Add chicken and stir to coat in sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
9.Serve hot over rice, garnished with minced green onions and hot peppers.

PROS

This flavorful and crispy chicken dish is a crowd-pleaser and easy to customize with your preferred level of spice.

It can be made ahead of time and reheated for quick and easy weeknight meals.

CONS

The high sugar content in the sauce makes this dish less healthy for those watching their sugar intake.

Frying the chicken can also increase the calorie and fat content of the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish can be a good source of protein and contains beneficial nutrients such as ginger and garlic which have anti-inflammatory properties and can aid in digestion. Additionally, the green onions and peppers provide vitamins and minerals.

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