A version of a favorite Chinese dish made a simple way.

If you haven't already, cook your rice. This dish will cook fast.
Make your sauce and set aside.
Cut your chicken into small pieces.
In a bowl, add the salt, pepper and cornstarch.
Dredge the chicken in the mixture.
Heat up your pan (high heat). Add vegetable oil to the pan.
Cook the chicken pieces on all sides and remove from the pan (about 3 minutes on each side). Drain on paper towels.
Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the pan.
Add in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes.
Add in the sauce. Stir with a whisk.
Let the sauce cook down for a few minutes to thicken.
Add chicken back to the pan.
Garnish with green onions/scallions.
Serve over rice.
1 servings