Hunan Chicken
Hunan Chicken is a vibrant, spicy dish that brings the flavors of China’s Hunan province right to your dining table. With tender chicken pieces enveloped in a savory garlic and ginger sauce, this dish offers a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. It’s perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, served over rice or noodles. Quick to prepare and customizable to your spice preference, Hunan Chicken is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for spice)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil (canola or peanut)
Instructions
- 1. Prep ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic and ginger.
- 2. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic, and ginger. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
- 3. Sauté vegetables: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell peppers; cook until tender-crisp (about 5 minutes).
- 4. Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir-fry until cooked through and golden brown (7-10 minutes).
- 5. Serve: Dish out over steamed rice or noodles and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Customize spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes. - Consider adding cashews or other vegetables for extra texture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on stovetop for best results.