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Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese

Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese for a Quick Delight

Enjoy a healthier takeout alternative with this Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts for a leaner option.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch for crispy texture.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce adjust for lighter taste.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth vegetable broth works well as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Light Brown Sugar honey can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil optional but highly recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 cup Water for adjusting sauce consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper add to taste.
For the Veggies
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 1 inch Ginger minced, don’t skip this!
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper or snap peas for variation.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together dark soy sauce, chicken broth, rice vinegar, light brown sugar, sesame oil, sriracha, water, and black pepper until combined.
  2. Take the boneless chicken thighs, sprinkle cornstarch over the chicken, and add a splash of soy sauce. Toss to coat and marinate for about 10 minutes.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add the marinated chicken thighs, and cook for about 3 minutes on each side.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, add chopped red bell pepper and green onions, pour the sauce over everything, and toss well.
  6. Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens, then serve hot over rice with extra green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least 10 minutes for better flavor. Cook in batches to prevent overcrowding the skillet.

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