Description
Asian chicken is a delightful fusion of tender chicken pieces glazed in a savory-sweet sauce, paired with vibrant vegetables. This quick and easy recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a flavorful dish that brings joy to your dinner table. Perfect for weeknight meals or gatherings, it’s customizable and satisfies diverse palates. Experience the mouthwatering aroma of garlic and ginger as you prepare this crowd-pleaser that guarantees smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 bell peppers, sliced (any color)
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and ginger finely.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer; cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour in soy sauce and honey; simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss in sliced bell peppers; cook for another 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Stir in cornstarch mixture; cook for an additional minute until sauce thickens.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg