Spicy Dragon Chicken
A delightful easy stir-fry with bold flavors and a tantalizing heat, perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Protein-rich
Ingredients
- 500g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1-2 fresh red chilies, sliced (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Let it sit for about 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Heat the oil: In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook the chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add the vegetables: Stir in the sliced bell peppers, minced garlic, ginger, and fresh chilies. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Season and finish: Season the mixture with salt according to your taste. Drizzle sesame oil on top for added flavor, stirring to combine.
- Serve: Transfer the dish to a serving platter or individual plates and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
For a lower sodium option, use low-sodium soy sauce. To reduce heat, use fewer chilies.