Quick Hunan Grilled Chicken
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Easy peasy Chinese cooking, when you just don’t have time, but really have the taste for it! All on the table in 20 minutes! 🙂
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Chicken Breast, Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Hunan, Chinese, Asian, Spicy, Broil/Grill, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy, Inexpensive
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
Review Count: 33
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 175.8
- Fat Content: 5.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 72.9mg
- Sodium Content: 447.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 5g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 2.8g
- Protein Content: 25.8g
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/8 teaspoon sesame oil
- 4 large iceberg lettuce leaves
Instructions:
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Prepare Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to 1/2″ thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. This helps ensure even cooking.
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Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together hoisin sauce, peanut butter, soy sauce, minced garlic, and sesame oil until well combined. This flavorful sauce will be the star of your dish!
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Marinate Chicken: Spread the sauce mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for a few minutes to soak in all those delicious flavors.
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Grill or Broil: Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill or under the broiler, about 4-5 inches from the heat source. Cook for approximately 5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. The sauce will caramelize beautifully, creating a mouthwatering glaze.
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Serve: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice the chicken diagonally across the breast into thin strips. To serve, place each sliced chicken breast on a large iceberg lettuce leaf, creating a flavorful and crunchy base.
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Optional Side Dishes: If you desire, serve your Quick Hunan Grilled Chicken with some ramen noodles and steamed snow peas for a complete and satisfying meal. These quick and easy side dishes complement the flavors of the chicken perfectly, making for a delicious and balanced feast.
Enjoy this flavorful and speedy Chinese-inspired dish that’s perfect for a busy weeknight or anytime you’re craving a taste of Asia without the hassle! With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a satisfying meal that will have your taste buds singing.
