Spicy Chicken with Garlic

Spicy Chicken with Garlic is a flavor-packed dish that combines tender chicken pieces with aromatic garlic and a zesty blend of spices. Perfect for a quick and satisfying Halal Chinese lunch, this dish is both invigorating and delicious.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Garlic - 6 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Bell pepper (red or green) - 1, sliced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned.
5. Stir in the red chili flakes, bell pepper, and spring onions, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove from heat and serve hot with rice or noodles.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Garlic has anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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