Hunan Chicken
Hunan Chicken is a vibrant and spicy dish that brings an exhilarating burst of flavor to your dinner table. Tender chicken pieces are enveloped in a tangy sauce, complemented by colorful bell peppers and aromatic spices. This quick-to-prepare dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home. With its bold taste and delightful colors, Hunan Chicken is sure to become a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (red and green)
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili paste (adjust for spice preference)
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, chili paste, honey, garlic, and ginger. Marinate the chicken for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the bell peppers and scallions for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water; add during the last minute of cooking.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with scallions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like broccoli or swapping chicken for tofu for a vegetarian option. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of chili paste to suit your taste.