Soy-Free Mongolian Chicken

Savor the bold, savory flavors of this Soy-Free Mongolian Chicken, a creative twist on the classic takeout favorite made without soy sauce. Tender, perfectly seasoned chicken is stir-fried to golden perfection and coated in a rich, glossy sauce made with naturally sweet coconut aminos, brown sugar, and a fragrant blend of garlic and ginger. A touch of sesame oil and a kick of red pepper flakes elevate the dish, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce reaches that irresistible, silky consistency. This quick and easy recipe pairs perfectly with fluffy rice or noodles, making it an ideal soy-free dinner option for your family. Ready in just 35 minutes, this paleo-friendly meal is loaded with flavor and sure to become a weeknight go-to.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breast
• 0.5 cup Coconut aminos
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water (for slurry)
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 4 Green onions, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0 Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and season with the salt and ground black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken strips to the skillet and stir-fry until cooked through and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together coconut aminos, water, and brown sugar. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the garlic and ginger.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 7

In another small bowl, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir until smooth.

Step 8

Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring the sauce continuously until it thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.

Step 10

Mix in the sesame oil and red pepper flakes, stirring for another minute.

Step 11

Garnish the Mongolian chicken with sliced green onions.

Step 12

Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(955.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1697.8

Total Fat 84.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 39.1g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 4823.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 60.5g
Protein 131.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 171.1mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 1619.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 24.5%