Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of Hunan Chicken, a vibrant dish featuring juicy chicken pieces tossed with colorful vegetables and a tantalizing spicy sauce. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights, but it also guarantees an unforgettable dining experience that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it over rice or noodles for a customizable meal that never gets old.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 680g)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 4 dried red chilies (adjust for spice level)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- 1. **Prep Ingredients**: Gather and chop all ingredients; mince garlic and ginger.
- 2. **Marinate Chicken**: Combine chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch in a bowl. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 3. **Sauté Aromatics**: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- 4. **Add Vegetables**: Incorporate onions and bell peppers into the skillet. Sauté until slightly soft (around 3-4 minutes).
- 5. **Cook Chicken**: Add marinated chicken to the skillet; stir-fry until cooked through and caramelized (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- 6. **Finish with Spice & Sauce**: Stir in dried chilies, rice vinegar, and any remaining soy sauce, mixing well before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg