Hello foodies! Today, I have a special treat for all you Panda Express lovers out there – a copycat recipe for their famous Sweetfire Chicken Breast. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet and spicy, with juicy chunks of chicken, tender veggies, and a delicious sauce that will have you coming back for seconds.
But before we dive into the recipe, let’s take a moment to appreciate the history of this dish. Sweetfire Chicken Breast is a relatively new addition to the Panda Express menu, created in 2013 in honor of their 30th anniversary. This dish quickly became a fan favorite, with its unique combination of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors.
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π Top tip
Now, let’s get cooking! Here are a few tips to make sure your Sweetfire Chicken Breast turns out perfectly:
Tip 1: Use high-quality chicken breast that is free of any excess fat or gristle.
Tip 2: Cut the vegetables into small, bite-sized pieces so they cook evenly and are easy to eat.
Tip 3: Adjust the level of spiciness to your liking by using more or less chili paste and red pepper flakes.
π₯ Ingredients
For The Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
For The Sauce:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sweet chili paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
πͺ Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and beaten eggs. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Let the chicken sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until it is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the sliced bell peppers and onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, sweet chili paste, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, cornstarch, and water to make the sauce.
- Add the pineapple chunks to the pan, along with the cooked chicken and the sauce. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and everything is well-coated.
- Serve the Sweetfire Chicken Breast over steamed rice and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.
And there you have it, folks – a mouthwatering recipe for Panda Express Sweetfire Chicken Breast that you can make right in your own kitchen! It’s the perfect dish for any occasion, whether you’re feeding a crowd or simply indulging in a cozy night in. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. Happy cooking!
π Recipe
Panda Express Sweetfire Chicken Breast Copycat
INGREDIENTS
For The Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs beaten
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks drained
For The Sauce:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sweet chili paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and beaten eggs. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Let the chicken sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until it is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the sliced bell peppers and onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, sweet chili paste, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, cornstarch, and water to make the sauce.
- Add the pineapple chunks to the pan, along with the cooked chicken and the sauce. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and everything is well-coated.
- Serve the Sweetfire Chicken Breast over steamed rice and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.
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