Empress Chicken Recipe

Name: Empress Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/4 - 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 3 -4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger, chopped; 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed; 1/4 cup dark soy sauce (tamari); 1 large egg, beaten; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 2 cups green onions, minced (one bunch); 8 small hot peppers, diced (I used jalapenos)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 - 1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup white vinegar
3 -4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger, chopped
3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/4 cup dark soy sauce (tamari)
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 cups green onions, minced (one bunch)
8 small hot peppers, diced (I used jalapenos)

1
Combine first 7 ingredients in a jar and shake vigorously. Store in fridge until ready.
2
Mix chicken with 1/4 cup dark soy sauce. Stir in egg.
3
Add cornstarch and mix chicken until coated.
4
Deep fry in hot oil until golden brown.
5
Drain on paper towels.
6
Place a small amount of oil in wok and heat to very hot.
7
Add onions and peppers and stir fry 30 seconds.
8
Stir in sauce mixture (shake again first).
9
Cook until thick. If it gets too thick, add some water until desired consistency.
10
Add chicken and cook until hot and bubbly.
11
Serve over hot rice.

1203

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

147

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, 3/4 cup sugar, 1/4 - 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1/2 cup soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Empress Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Empress Chicken

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