Chinese Chilli Chicken Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the savory delight of Chinese Chilli Chicken, a zesty and flavorful dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This recipe combines tender chicken, aromatic spices, and a burst of chili sauce for a truly satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or a gathering with friends, this dish promises to impress with its bold flavors and easy preparation.
Recipe Information:
- Category: Chicken
- Keywords: Poultry, Meat, < 30 Mins, Easy
- Servings: 2
- Calories per serving: 409.7
- Fat Content: 20.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 92.8mg
- Sodium Content: 1237.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 17g
- Fiber Content: 1.8g
- Sugar Content: 10.8g
- Protein Content: 32.3g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 2 | Chicken breasts |
| 1 | Onion |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1-inch piece | Fresh ginger |
| 1/2 | Orange bell pepper |
| 1 tbsp | Dark soy sauce |
| 1 tbsp | White wine vinegar |
| 1 tbsp | Sherry wine |
| 1 tbsp | Chili sauce |
| 1/2 tbsp | Granulated sugar |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 200g | Rice or noodles (for serving) |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Begin by gathering all the ingredients needed for the recipe.
- Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Mince the garlic and ginger. Dice the onion and orange bell pepper.
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Cooking:
- Heat olive oil in a large deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic, diced onion, chopped chili, diced orange bell pepper, sliced chicken, and minced ginger to the pan.
- Sauté the ingredients for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Flavor Infusion:
- Once the chicken and vegetables are cooked, add in the remaining ingredients to the pan: dark soy sauce, white wine vinegar, sherry wine, chili sauce, granulated sugar, and salt.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients, ensuring the chicken and vegetables are coated evenly with the sauce.
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Simmering:
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the dish simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated, and the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
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Serving:
- Once the Chinese Chilli Chicken is cooked to perfection, remove it from the heat.
- Serve hot with your choice of rice or noodles, garnished with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions if desired.
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Enjoy!
- Serve up this delectable Chinese Chilli Chicken and relish in the harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Share with loved ones and savor every bite of this delightful culinary creation!
This Chinese Chilli Chicken recipe is a testament to the beauty of Asian-inspired cuisine, offering a delightful medley of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether enjoyed as a main course for dinner or as a flavorful addition to your lunch spread, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure filled with bold spices and irresistible aromas!
