Japanese Amazu Chicken Recipe

Name: Japanese Amazu Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lightly beaten eggs; 3/4 cup cornstarch; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1lb.); 1/3 cup cooking oil; 4 cups fresh bean sprouts; 1 small cucumber; 1/3 cup thinly sliced radish; 3 tablespoons sliced green onions; Amazu Sauce; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; toasted sesame seeds, garnish; finely chopped sweet red pepper, garnish; angel hair pasta

Servings: persons

3 lightly beaten eggs
3/4 cup cornstarch
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1lb.)
1/3 cup cooking oil
4 cups fresh bean sprouts
1 small cucumber
1/3 cup thinly sliced radish
3 tablespoons sliced green onions
Amazu Sauce
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
toasted sesame seeds, garnish
finely chopped sweet red pepper, garnish
angel hair pasta

1
Make Amazu sauce: combine all ingredients in bowl and set aside.
2
Combine eggs and cornstarch. Dip the chicken into mixture, coating well.
3
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
4
Add chicken, half at a time, cook 5 minutes or until browned. Drain; keep warm (I put in a warm oven as they are done cooking).
5
While chicken is cooking boil bean sprouts in a large amount of boiling water for 3 minutes; drain.
6
Use a vegetable peeler to slice cucumber into long thin strips.
7
Toss together the bean sprouts, cucumber, radishes and green onions.
8
Arrange chicken on top.
9
Drizzle with Amazu sauce.
10
Garnish with sesame seeds and red pepper.
11
Serve over cooked pasta, if desired.

640

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lightly beaten eggs, 3/4 cup cornstarch, 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1lb.), 1/3 cup cooking oil, and more.

Yes, Japanese Amazu 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Japanese Amazu Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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