Hunan Spicy Chicken

Hunan Spicy Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken stir-fried with fresh vegetables and a spicy sauce. This healthy Chinese lunch option is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1-inch piece, minced
• Dried red chilies - 4-5, adjusted for spice preference
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Hunan chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped for garnish
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add minced garlic, ginger, and dried red chilies, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add sliced chicken breast to the skillet, seasoning with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot to the skillet, stir-frying for another 5 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
5. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and Hunan chili paste together, then pour the mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet.
6. Stir well to coat everything evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
7. Drizzle with sesame oil and give it a final toss before removing from heat.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which aids muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Contains ginger and garlic, known for their anti-inflammatory properties.

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