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p.f. chang's spicy chicken
Mary Kelly

P.f. Chang's Spicy Chicken Recipe

Imagine walking into your favorite restaurant, where the air is rich with the scent of spices, and your heart races as you scan the menu. You spot it—the Spicy Chicken. You can almost taste it.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 438
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • For the Rice:
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tsp butter
  • 1 pinch of sea salt
  • For the Chicken:
  • 1 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 lb diced chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 bunch of scallions finely chopped
  • Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a medium-sized pot, combine 1 cup of long-grain white rice and 1 1/2 cups of water. Add the butter and a pinch of sea salt.
  2. Bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 5 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, chili flakes, and grated ginger. Stir until well combined.
  4. During this time, prep your chicken. Pat the diced chicken breast dry and coat it with cornstarch.
  5. Heat the canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken, cooking until golden brown on all sides. This usually takes about 6-8 minutes, depending on the size of the pieces.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, reduce the heat to low. Pour your sauce over the chicken. Stir well to ensure every piece is coated in that delicious sauce.
  7. Allow it to cook for another 2-3 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly.
  8. Serve the spicy chicken over the fluffy rice. Top with finely chopped scallions and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds.
  9. Enjoy the flavors while they’re fresh!

Nutrition

Calories: 438kcal

Notes

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ginger and garlic truly enhance the dish.
  • Don’t Rush the Chicken: Let it brown properly to achieve that crunch.
  • Adjust Spice Levels: If desired, increase the chili flakes for more heat.
  • Cornstarch Coating is Key: This provides that much-loved texture.
  • Experiment with Vegetables: Add peppers or snap peas for a delightful crunch and color.

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