Firecracker Chicken
This Firecracker Chicken delivers 45g protein and 634 calories per serving in a quick stovetop format. Batch-preps 4 servings at once, giving you a high-protein, calorie-dense option that covers post-workout nutrition across multiple days.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(680g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Cornstarch(120g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •1 tsp salt ($0.04)
- •1 Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.16)
- •Vegetable oil(60g)
- •Buffalo wing sauce(120g)
- •Brown sugar(120g)
- •Vinegar, Apple Cider(15g)
- •Red pepper flakes(1g)
Instructions
- 1Gather and prepare all ingredients.
- 2Place the chicken, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into a ziplock bag. Seal and gently shake to coat every piece of chicken.
- 3Using a medium-sized skillet, warm 2 Tbsp of oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place each piece of chicken in the skillet. Work in two batches, so you don't overcrowd. Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden.
- 4Flip the pieces over and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet. Add the remaining oil and continue cooking all the chicken until it is done, then remove it from the skillet and set aside.
- 5Pour the buffalo sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes into the skillet. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce is thick, 2 minutes.
- 6Place the chicken back in the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce and warm through.
Nutrition — Per Serving
634
calories
45g
protein
23g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 59g
- Saturated fat
- 4.3g
- Sodium
- 273 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.6g
4 servings per batch · ~280g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Firecracker Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains 45g of protein with 634 calories total. The macro split is 23g fat and 59g carbs, making it a balanced dinner option for hitting daily protein goals.
How long does Firecracker Chicken take to prep?
This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 4 servings, so you're batch-prepping a full day's worth of dinners in minimal time. It's cooked on the stovetop for fast turnaround during busy weeknights.
Is Firecracker Chicken good for muscle gain?
At 45g protein and 634 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases with solid protein-to-calorie ratio. The 59g carbs provide fuel for workouts and glycogen replenishment post-training.
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