Spicy Chicken with Garlic Sauce

Spicy Chicken with Garlic Sauce is a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a bold, spicy garlic sauce, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying dinner. This Halal Chinese dish is both aromatic and delightful, sure to please any palate.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Garlic - 5 cloves, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 inch, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Green bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, chili paste, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the minced garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced red and green bell peppers to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp.
5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to combine all ingredients. Drizzle with sesame oil and add chopped spring onions. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
6. Adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove from heat and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle building and repair.
• Rich in garlic, known for its anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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