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Volcano Chicken

Mild Volcano Chicken: Sweet & Savory Family Feast

This delicious Mild Volcano Chicken recipe features tender chicken enveloped in a mildly spicy glaze, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Substitute with dark meat if desired.
  • 2 large Eggs Wet batter component; can substitute with milk.
  • 1 cup Cornstarch For the dry batter.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce Base for the glaze; mild hot sauce can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark sugar can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used if necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to taste for spice.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Can replace with margarine for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Enhances sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Can be omitted for less spice.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Canola or peanut oil can be used.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • saucepan
  • Deep skillet or frying pan
  • Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Volcano Chicken
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken breast into small chunks or thin slices. Place the chicken in a bowl and set it aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs with salt and pepper to create a wet batter. In another bowl, whisk the cornstarch with additional salt and pepper for the dry batter.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine the buffalo sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sriracha, butter, honey, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Heat until thickened, then set it aside to cool slightly.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Coat each piece of chicken with cornstarch, then dip in the egg mixture. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
  5. Remove the chicken and let it drain on paper towels. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken pieces, tossing gently to coat.
  6. Transfer the glazed chicken to a platter, garnishing with chopped green onions. Serve warm over jasmine rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover Volcano Chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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