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Spicy Jalapeno Chicken

A delightful dish combining tender chicken thighs with the bold flavors of garlic and jalapenos, perfect for spice lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Spicy
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying vegetable oil for frying
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large jalapenos, cut into 1/4 inch slices Remove seeds for milder taste if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the prepared chicken into a bowl with salt and ground black pepper. Toss to coat well.
  2. Add the cornstarch and toss until all the chicken is well coated. Set aside.
  3. In a smaller bowl, mix soy sauce, water, brown sugar, and garlic. Whisk to combine and set aside.
  4. Slice the jalapenos into 1/4 inch slices.
Cooking
  1. Heat four inches of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 315 degrees F.
  2. Fry the chicken in batches for 5-6 minutes until cooked, turning halfway through.
  3. Increase the oil temperature to 350 degrees and return all the chicken to fry for another 3-4 minutes for added crispiness. Drain.
  4. In a large skillet, add the sauce mixture and bring to a boil.
  5. Add the fried chicken and jalapenos to the skillet; toss until coated and sauce thickens.
Serving
  1. Transfer to a plate and garnish. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside steamed rice or in a taco.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For milder heat, omit jalapeno seeds or reduce amount.