Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, fat removed, cut into 1-inch pieces π
ΒΌ cup (32 g) cornstarch π½
ΒΌ teaspoon kosher salt π§
ΒΌ teaspoon ground black pepper πΆοΈ
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil π«
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cup (85 g) soy sauce πΆ
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cup (83 g) water π§
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cup (67 g) light brown sugar, packed π¬
1 teaspoon sesame oil π₯’
2 teaspoons garlic, minced π§
Β½ yellow onion, diced π§
2 large jalapeno peppers, sliced into thin rounds πΆοΈ
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Cooked white rice, for serving π
Instructions
1οΈβ£ In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly on all sides. Set aside. π₯£
2οΈβ£ In a medium mixing bowl, combine water, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and garlic. Mix well and set aside. π₯
3οΈβ£ To a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, add oil. When the oil is shimmering, carefully add chicken to the hot oil. (Depending on the size of the skillet, you may have to work in batches.) Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165Β°F. Transfer the chicken to a plate, and tent to keep warm. π³
4οΈβ£ To the same skillet, add onions and jalapeno. Cook until softened (about 4-6 minutes). π§ πΆοΈ
5οΈβ£ Add the chicken and the soy sauce mixture to the pan and stir to combine. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes. π²
6οΈβ£ Serve garnished with sesame seeds over cooked white rice. πβ¨
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 15min
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 Kcal