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Easy Chicken Chinese Recipe
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Easy Chicken Chinese Recipe
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Easy Chicken Chinese Recipe

A delightful and easy-to-prepare chicken Chinese recipe, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. This stir-fry features tender marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce, making it a yummy dish for any day of the week.
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Stir-fried Chicken and Vegetables
Stir-fried Chicken and Vegetables

Recipe Information

18m
Prep Time
12m
Cook Time
30m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Chinese
Arabic
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
30g
Protein
25g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Saucy Chicken Stir-fry
Saucy Chicken Stir-fry

Ingredients

  • Chicken Breast
    (diced into bite-sized pieces)

    500 grams
  • Soy Sauce
    (divided for marinade and sauce)

    4 tablespoons
  • Cornstarch
    (divided for marinade and sauce)

    2 tablespoons
  • Sesame Oil
    (for flavor)

    1 teaspoon
  • Fresh Ginger
    (minced)

    1 tablespoon
  • Garlic
    (minced)

    2 cloves
  • Bell Peppers
    (assorted colors, sliced)

    2 medium
  • Onion
    (sliced)

    1 medium
  • Carrots
    (julienned or thinly sliced)

    1 large
  • Vegetable Oil
    (for stir-frying)

    2 tablespoons
  • Sugar
    (or to taste)

    1 tablespoon
  • Rice Vinegar

    1 tablespoon
  • Chicken Broth

    1 cup
Servings: 4
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Plated Chicken Chinese
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Instructions

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  • 1

    Marinate the diced chicken with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
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    Marinate the diced chicken with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
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    Marinating helps tenderize the chicken and adds flavor.
  • 2

    Prepare all vegetables by slicing bell peppers, onion, and julienning carrots. Mince ginger and garlic.
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    Prepare all vegetables by slicing bell peppers, onion, and julienning carrots. Mince ginger and garlic.
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    Have all ingredients prepped before cooking for a smooth stir-fry process.
  • 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, sugar, rice vinegar, and chicken broth to create the stir-fry sauce.
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    In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, sugar, rice vinegar, and chicken broth to create the stir-fry sauce.
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    Ensure cornstarch is fully dissolved to avoid lumps.
  • 4

    Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through and lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
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    Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through and lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
    4m

    Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure chicken browns properly.
  • 5

    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same pan. Add minced ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and carrots and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
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    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same pan. Add minced ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and carrots and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
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    Don't overcook the vegetables; they should still have a slight crunch.
  • 6

    Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in sesame oil.
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    Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in sesame oil.
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    The sauce will thicken quickly due to the cornstarch; keep stirring.
  • 7

    Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
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    Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
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    Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.
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