Chicken Pao
Indulge in the bold and savory flavors of **Chicken Pao**, a delectable fusion of tender, marinated chicken and fluffy bao buns. This quick and easy recipe features bite-sized boneless chicken thighs stir-fried to perfection in a rich blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and dark soy sauce, delivering a perfect balance of umami and sweetness. The addition of aromatic garlic, ginger, and dried red chilies gives the dish a tantalizing kick, while red bell peppers and green onions add freshness and crunch. Served in warm, steamed bao buns, Chicken Pao makes for an irresistible crowd-pleaser, perfect for dinner or a special gathering. Ready in under an hour, this Asian-inspired comfort food is guaranteed to be a new favorite on your table. Keywords: Chicken Pao, bao buns recipe, Asian chicken bao, quick dinner ideas, easy chicken recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 5 units Dried red chilies
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 8 units Bao buns
Instructions
Start by cutting the boneless chicken thighs into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a medium bowl.
In the bowl with the chicken, add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly and set aside to marinate for about 15 minutes.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until it's browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and dried red chilies. Sauté for a minute until aromatic.
Add the diced red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until slightly tender, about 3 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with any juices. Stir everything together well.
Add sugar and salt, adjusting seasoning as needed, and then toss in the sliced green onions.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the flavors to meld together for another 2 minutes.
Warm the bao buns by steaming them for about 3-4 minutes until soft and fluffy.
Serve the chicken mixture inside the fluffy bao buns and enjoy your Chicken Pao.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.6 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.2 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 433 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 7615 mg | 331% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.8 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 141.9 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 2206 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
