Spicy and flavorful Hunan-Style Chicken recipe

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Spicy and flavorful Hunan-Style Chicken recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 23, 2023

This Hunan-Style Chicken recipe is a spicy and flavorful dish that originates from the Hunan province in China. The tender and juicy chicken is stir-fried with a combination of aromatic spices, chili pepper, and garlic, resulting in a dish that is bursting with flavors. It is a perfect choice for those who enjoy bold and spicy flavors. Serve this delicious dish with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 red chili peppers, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Hunan chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss well to coat. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced red chili peppers. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the marinated chicken pieces to the wok and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.
  4. Add the sliced bell peppers to the wok and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the Hunan chili sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, and chicken broth. Pour the sauce mixture into the wok and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Drizzle the sesame oil over the dish and stir well to combine.
  7. Garnish the Hunan-Style Chicken with sliced green onions.
  8. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Interesting Facts

  • Hunan cuisine is known for its bold and spicy flavors.
  • Hunan-Style Chicken is a popular dish in Chinese-American cuisine.
  • The dish gets its spiciness from the use of red chili peppers and Hunan chili sauce.
  • You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili peppers.