Black Bean Chicken

Black Bean Chicken is a flavorful and protein-packed dish that combines tender chicken with the rich umami of black bean sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a nutritious lunch that satisfies your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Black bean sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 100 ml

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the diced chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add sliced bell pepper and julienned carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Pour in the black bean sauce and water, stirring well to coat the chicken and vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 410
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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