CHINESE JALAPENO CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Chinese Jalapeno Chicken Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by Susan52

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound chicken breasts, boneless skinless ,cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup cornstarch
4 cups vegetable oil + 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon rice wine
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 jalapeno peppers, sliced
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

In a Zip-lock sealable plastic bag combine the chicken and cornstarch shake well until the chicken is evenly coated. Allow to stand for at least 5 minutes. Heat 4 cups of vegetable oil in a deep fryer to 375°F. Add the chicken and fry in batches until the chicken is crispy and fully cooked (internal temperature is 165°F). Drain on paper towels. Heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet. Add jalapenos and stir-fry for 1 minute. Remove from the wok and set aside. Add chopped garlic, rice wine, soy sauce, jalapenos, and the chicken to the wok. Stir-fry for about a minute. Add the sugar and cook until the sauce has thickened and the mixture is heated through.