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Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese

Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese - 30-Minute Delight

This Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese is a quick, flavorful dish that's a healthier alternative to takeout. Perfect for busy evenings!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs or chicken breasts for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch for crispy texture
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup dark soy sauce adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth vegetable broth works too
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar or honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional but recommended
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust for spice tolerance
  • 1/4 cup water to adjust consistency
  • 1 pinch black pepper
For the Aromatics and Veggies
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced) fresh garlic is best
  • 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
  • 1 cup red bell pepper or snap peas
  • 1/4 cup green onions (chopped) for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together dark soy sauce, chicken broth, rice vinegar, light brown sugar, sesame oil, sriracha, water, and black pepper until combined. Set aside.
    Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese
  2. Coat the chicken thighs with the reserved dark soy sauce and sprinkle with cornstarch. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
    Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken in batches, cooking about 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove chicken and set aside.
    Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
    Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, add chopped red bell pepper and green onions. Pour the sauce over the ingredients, simmering for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
    Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese
  6. Transfer to a serving platter or over steamed rice, garnish with green onions.
    Savory Chicken in Garlic Sauce Chinese

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allowing the chicken to marinate longer will deepen the flavor. Avoid overcrowding the skillet to maintain crispiness.

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