Ingredients
– 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– ¼ cup soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
– 1 bell pepper, sliced
– 1 cup broccoli florets
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– Green onions, sliced for garnish
– Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparing Spicy Ginger Chicken Delight is straightforward, and following these steps will yield delicious results:
1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and minced ginger and garlic. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
2. Prepare Vegetables: While the chicken marinates, chop the bell pepper and broccoli florets.
3. Heat Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4. Cook Chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook until the pieces are browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
5. Add Vegetables: Toss in the sliced bell pepper and broccoli florets, stirring well to combine.
6. Season: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and chili flakes over the chicken and vegetables. Stir continuously for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
7. Add Sesame Oil: Drizzle the sesame oil over the mixture. This adds a lovely richness to the dish.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
9. Serve: Transfer to a cozy serving dish, ready to impress your guests!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g