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Garlic Chicken Recipe

This garlic chicken recipe requires minimal effort but delivers maximum satisfaction. It needs simple ingredients and is made entirely in one pan. If you're looking a quick and flavorful chicken dinner, you will LOVE this garlic chicken recipe!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings : 4

INGREDIENTS
 

  • 1 lb/450g Chicken breast or thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • 6-8 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tsp vinegar (rice vinegar)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 scallions/spring onions/green onions
Sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (light or regular)
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
  • 2 tsp vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
Extra Sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

INSTRUCTIONS
 

Prep

  • Cut the chicken into bite sized pieces. Coat them in 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp vinegar and 2 tbsp cornstarch. Set it aside for 15 minutes.
  • Mince the garlic cloves and thinly slice the green onions.
  • Mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl. This makes it easy while cooking.

Sear the Chicken

  • On medium high flame, layer the chicken pieces without crowding the pan. This way the chicken won't release moisture and will turn crisp on the outside.
  • Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. It should take about 2-3 minutes per side. Set aside once done.

Make the Sauce

  • Reduce the flame to low. Sauté the minced garlic until it turns golden.
  • Pour in the sauce and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • (Optional) Add cornstarch slurry of 1/2 cup water+1 tbsp cornstarch and mix well. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  • Taste and adjust the sauce as needed.
  • Add the fried chicken and mix well. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Garnish with scallions/spring onions. Serve with hot rice and vegetables of your choice.

NUTRITION (per serving)

Calories: 197kcalCarbohydrates: 14.7gProtein: 26gFat: 2.8gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 970mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 6.4gCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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Nutrition Facts
Garlic Chicken Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
197
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
2.8
g
4
%
Cholesterol
 
72
mg
24
%
Sodium
 
970
mg
42
%
Carbohydrates
 
14.7
g
5
%
Fiber
 
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
 
6.4
g
7
%
Protein
 
26
g
52
%
Calcium
 
15
mg
2
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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