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Plate of Sweet Savory Mongolian Chicken with colorful vegetables

Sweet Savory Mongolian Chicken

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken coated in a glossy soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar combination, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Stir-Fry
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil For stir-frying
  • 2 stalks green onions Chopped, for garnish
  • 4 servings rice or noodles For serving

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry until cooked through.
  4. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, minced garlic, and brown sugar.
  5. Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir well to coat.
  6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

For storage, cool the dish to room temperature before storing in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Can also add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for variation.