Speedy Chinese Chicken
Satisfy your craving for takeout in no time with this flavorful Speedy Chinese Chicken recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this stir-fry dish combines tender strips of marinated chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and julienned carrots, all coated in a savory-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin, and a hint of sesame oil. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe uses simple pantry staples like garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar to create restaurant-quality flavors right at home. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal that’s as quick as it is delicious. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner idea or a healthier take on Chinese cuisine, Speedy Chinese Chicken is a winner every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 2 tsp Sesame oil
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Ginger, grated
- 1 Green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 Carrot, julienned
- 2 Green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp Water
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into thin strips and place them in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to the chicken, mixing well to coat. Let it marinate while preparing the other ingredients.
In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper to create the sauce. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the ingredients evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped green onions over the dish.
Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles and enjoy your Speedy Chinese Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.8 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 29.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3873 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 152.7 g | 305% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2603 mg | 55% | |
*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.
