Chicken in Garlic Sauce
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken pieces stir-fried with a rich garlic sauce and fresh vegetables, perfect for family dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
- 6 cloves garlic, minced fresh
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated fresh
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- to taste Green onions, for garnishing
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces, marinate with cornstarch and soy sauce 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 vegetable oil in a wok over high heat, add marinated chicken and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and in the same wok, stir-fry minced garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.
- Add sliced bell peppers and onion, cook for 3-4 minutes until softened but still crisp.
- Return the chicken to the wok alongside the garlic sauce, stir until well combined and heated through for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions.
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Notes
Serve with rice or noodles. To store, refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.