Can I make Dragon Chicken in an air fryer?

Yes! Use minimal oil and cook the marinated pieces at 180°C for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway for even crispness.

How do I keep the chicken crispy after mixing with sauce?

Add the sauce only when you’re ready to serve. Because the sauce’s moisture softens the coating, mixing at the last minute keeps it crunchy.

Can Dragon Chicken be made ahead of time?

Yes. Fry and store the chicken separately, then reheat and toss with fresh sauce just before serving.

What pairs well with Dragon Chicken?

Serve it with steamed rice, fried rice, or noodles. Alternatively, wrap it in lettuce for a lighter, low-carb option.

How can I make Dragon Chicken less spicy?

Reduce the chili paste and add a little honey to balance the heat. This creates a gentler version that still tastes delicious.

Dragon Chicken Recipe

Name: Dragon Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Indo-Chinese
Ingredients: For the Chicken; 500 g boneless chicken breast, cut into strips; 1 egg white; 2 tbsp cornflour; 1 tbsp all-purpose flour; ½ tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; 1 tsp soy sauce; 1 tsp chili paste; 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying; For the Sauce; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 1 tbsp minced ginger; 1 small onion, sliced; 1 bell pepper, sliced (red or green); 2 tbsp tomato ketchup; 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp vinegar; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tsp brown sugar; 2 tbsp water; Garnish (Optional); Spring onions, chopped; Toasted sesame seeds

Description

This spicy Indo-Chinese Dragon Chicken recipe delivers crispy fried chicken coated in a fiery, sweet, and savory sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a bold and flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with rice, noodles, or lettuce wraps.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken
500 g boneless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 egg white
2 tbsp cornflour
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp chili paste
2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
For the Sauce
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp minced ginger
1 small onion, sliced
1 bell pepper, sliced (red or green)
2 tbsp tomato ketchup
1 tbsp chili garlic sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp brown sugar
2 tbsp water
Garnish (Optional)
Spring onions, chopped
Toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Marinate and Coat the Chicken: Mix chicken strips with egg white, cornflour, flour, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and chili paste. Let it rest for 10 minutes for tender and flavorful bites.
Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan and shallow-fry until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels to keep crunchy.
Prepare the Dragon Sauce: In the same pan, heat oil and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add onion and bell pepper, stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, then add ketchup, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, and water. Stir until thickened.
Combine and Toss: Add fried chicken to the sauce and coat evenly. Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions. Serve hot with rice or noodles.

Notes

For a lighter version, air fry the chicken at 180°C for 12–15 minutes. Adjust spice level by reducing chili paste or adding a touch of honey for sweetness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Lunch
Method: Stir-Fried
Cuisine: Indo-Chinese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 410
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg