Spicy and Flavorful Kickin' Chicken Stir-Fry

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Spicy and Flavorful Kickin' Chicken Stir-Fry
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 04, 2024

This kickin' chicken stir-fry is a spicy and flavorful dish that is perfect for those who love a little heat in their meals. Packed with fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a tangy sauce, this stir-fry is a crowd-pleaser. It is quick and easy to make, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Directions

  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken slices to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the bell peppers and onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1 minute.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  6. Pour the sauce into the skillet with the vegetables. Stir well to coat the vegetables.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce and vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through.
  8. Serve the kickin' chicken stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions.
  9. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Stir-frying is a cooking technique that originated in China. It involves cooking small, uniformly cut pieces of ingredients at a high temperature in a wok or skillet.
  • Chicken stir-fries are a popular dish in American Chinese cuisine and are often served with rice or noodles.
  • The combination of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sriracha sauce in this recipe creates a delicious balance of salty, sweet, and spicy flavors.