Description
This Chicken Fillet in Spicy Sauce recipe is a delicious and easy Asian-inspired dish that packs a flavorful punch. Tender chicken fillets are coated in a spicy, savory sauce that is perfect for serving over steamed rice or noodles. With the right balance of heat and sweetness, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts sliced into fillets
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (for slurry)
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken fillets with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and black pepper. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same pan, sauté the garlic and ginger. Add chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and water. Bring to a simmer. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Finish the Dish: Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by varying the amount of chili garlic sauce.
- Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
