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Crispy Saucy Chicken with Vegetable Fried Rice

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This recipe recreates the delicious combination of crispy, flavorful chicken paired with a savory vegetable fried rice.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Oil for frying

For the Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for spice)

For the Fried Rice:

  • 3 cups cooked and cooled rice (preferably leftover rice)
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, corn, green beans)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For Garnish:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Sliced green onions

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:
    • In a bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
    • Dip the chicken pieces in the beaten egg, then coat them in the flour mixture.
    • Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces until golden and crispy (about 4-5 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
  • Make the Sauce:
    • In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, ketchup, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
    • Add the cornstarch-water mixture and stir until the sauce thickens (1-2 minutes).
    • Toss the fried chicken pieces in the sauce until well coated.
  • Cook the Fried Rice:
    • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes until tender.
    • Push the vegetables to one side of the pan. Pour the beaten eggs into the other side and scramble until cooked.
    • Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir everything together.
    • Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
    • Stir in sliced green onions and remove from heat.
  • Assemble and Serve:
    • Plate the fried rice on one side and the saucy chicken on the other.
    • Garnish the chicken with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

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