Chicken in Garlic Sauce
A delightful Chinese dish combining chicken with aromatic garlic, ginger, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce Use high-quality for better flavor.
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces.
For the Garlic Sauce
- 6 cloves garlic, minced Freshly minced for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated Freshly grated is recommended.
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
For Stir-Frying
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil For cooking.
- 1 cup chicken broth Use low-sodium if preferred.
For Garnishing
- to taste green onions, sliced For topping before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the cornstarch with soy sauce to create a smooth marinade, then coat the chicken in this mixture and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the garlic sauce.
Cooking
- Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken pieces and stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes until cooked and golden.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, stir-fry minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds.
- Add the sliced red and green bell peppers and diced onion, and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Return the cooked chicken to the wok and pour the garlic sauce over the ingredients, stir-frying until everything is well combined and heated through.
Serving
- Transfer the Chicken in Garlic Sauce to a serving dish and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve hot with steamed rice, egg noodles, or as desired.
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Notes
For added heat, consider mixing in red pepper flakes into the garlic sauce. Use colorful vegetables for better presentation and flavor.