EASY ASIAN SKILLET CHICKEN

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This dish is absolutely delicious, I have made it many times it is a favorite and you don't need a wok to make it just a large skillet but of coarse you can make in a wok if so desired! Adjust all ingredients to suit taste. This recipe can be doubled.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 boneless chicken breasts (cut into about 1-inch cubes)
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (optional and to taste, add in for heat)
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
6 green onions, chopped
3 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger (you can add in more or less if desired)
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
cooked white rice

Steps:

  • Place the chicken cubes in a bowl, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Add in 1/2 cup cornstarch; toss until the chicken cubes are well coated.
  • Place the chicken in a colinder and shake off an excess cornstarch.
  • In a small bowl mix together chicken broth and 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch; whisk until smooth, then add in the rice vinegar, oyster sauce, soy sauce and sugar; whisk well to combine.
  • In a large heavy skillet (or wok) heat the 1/3 cup oil until very hot (about 5 minutes).
  • Add in the chicken cubes and fry until JUST cooked though, stirring with a wooden spoon (about 6 minutes).
  • Using a slotted spoon remove the chicken to a bowl.
  • Pour off some of the fat (leave about 2 tablespoons in skillet).
  • Add in green onions, ginger, fresh garlic and red bell pepper; stir-fry over high heat until the bell pepper is crisp-tender (about 2 minutes).
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet or wok; add in the broth mixture and stir until the sauce thickens (about 1 minute).
  • Serve with cooked rice.

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