Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
– 1 onion, sliced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 inch ginger, grated
– 3 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 1-2 teaspoons chili paste (adjust to heat preference)
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Cooked rice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Follow these instructions to make your delicious Hunan Chicken:
1. Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into thin slices. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken to the pan in a single layer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
6. Create Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and chili paste. Mix well.
7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the chicken to the skillet, pouring the sauce over the mixture. Stir to combine, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
8. Thicken Sauce: Pour in the cornstarch mixture, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
9. Serve: Remove from heat and serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
These clear-cut steps will guide you in preparing this incredible dish with ease.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g