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Quick & Spicy Bell Pepper Chicken Stir Fry

This Sweet & Spicy Crispy Chicken is the ultimate combination of crunch, heat, and sweetness in every bite. The chicken is perfectly crispy on the outside and coated in a bold, sticky sauce that balances fiery spice with a touch of caramelized sweetness. Serve it over rice, noodles, or enjoy it as an appetizer—either way, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for something deliciously bold and addictive!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 -3 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 320 g chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 200 g bell peppers sliced (any color)
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 egg white
  • 1/2 cup tapioca powder or cornstarch
  • Oil for frying
For the Sweet & Spicy Sauce:
  • 2 1/2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 1/2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or chili hot sauce
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper or any chili powder
  • 4 tbsp water

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken:
  1. In a bowl, toss the chicken with minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  2. Add the egg white and tapioca powder (or cornstarch), coating evenly.
Fry to Perfection:
  1. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry the chicken in batches until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
  3. Remove and drain excess oil on paper towels.
Make the Sauce:
  1. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, chili flakes, fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, ketchup, sriracha, rice vinegar, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, and water.
  2. Stir well to combine.
Bring Everything Together:
  1. In a clean pan, heat a little oil over medium heat and sauté the bell peppers for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Pour in the sauce and stir until it thickens.
  3. Toss in the crispy chicken and coat evenly with the sauce.
Serve & Enjoy:
  1. Garnish with extra chili flakes or sesame seeds if desired.
  2. Serve hot with rice, noodles, or as a delicious appetizer.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less sriracha and chili flakes.
  • For a crispier texture, fry the chicken twice, letting it cool before a second quick fry.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer for the best texture.
  • Make it gluten-free by swapping soy sauce for tamari or coconut aminos.

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