Description
A quick and flavorful Mongolian Chicken recipe featuring tender boneless chicken thighs in a rich, savory homemade sauce natural. Perfect for busy nights, this one-pan dish uses simple, everyday ingredients to deliver a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Sauce (natural)
- 1/4 cup vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (natural)
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. This helps the chicken stay juicy and tender while allowing it to absorb the sauce (natural) well.
- Mix the Sauce (natural): In a bowl, whisk together vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), soy sauce (natural), brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and natural gelling agent. This sauce will create a glossy, flavorful coating for the chicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook until golden brown and nearly cooked through, ensuring crisp edges on the chicken.
- Combine and Simmer: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the skillet. Stir well to coat every piece evenly. Let the sauce thicken slightly over a few minutes, then drizzle sesame oil for a toasty aroma.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions over the chicken for freshness and color. Serve immediately over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or your preferred base to soak up the delicious sauce (natural).
Notes
- Use thigh meat for the best tenderness and flavor.
- Allow the sauce to thicken slowly to cling perfectly to the chicken.
- Fresh garlic and ginger greatly enhance the aroma compared to dried powders.
- Adjust brown sugar to balance sweetness according to your taste.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the sauce at its freshest and glossiest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Mongolian chicken, quick chicken recipe, one pan chicken, savory chicken dish, gluten free chicken, easy dinner
