Spicy, juicy, and full of flavor! This easy Jalapeño Chicken recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner - crispy boneless chicken thigh pieces, covered in a sweet and spicy jalapeño sauce that brings the heat and comfort in every bite.
1. **Prepare the Sauce:** In a bowl, mix together ¼ cup water, ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce, ¼ cup dark brown sugar, 3-4 chopped garlic cloves, and ¼ tsp ground ginger. Set aside.
2. **Season the Chicken:** Take 5-6 chopped boneless chicken thighs. Season them with ½ tsp salt, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp black pepper, and ¼ cup cornstarch. Coat the chicken pieces well and let them sit for a bit.
3. **First Fry:** Fry the chicken in 335°F oil until it turns light brown. Remove and drain.
4. **Second Fry (Optional):** Increase the oil temperature to 365-370°F. For extra crispiness, fry the chicken again until it reaches a golden color. Drain.
5. **Combine:** In a skillet, bring the prepared sauce to a boil. Add the fried chicken and sliced jalapeños to the skillet. Toss everything together until the chicken pieces are fully coated with the sauce.
