Hunan Chicken (An Authentic Version)

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    241 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Chinese

Hunan Chicken (An Authentic Version)

An authentic tasting Hunan chicken that features tender chicken pieces and hot peppers cooked in a rich savory sauce made with fermented black beans and aromatics. If you enjoy a takeout style Hunan chicken, as well as spicy food with a punch, you can’t miss this one. {Gluten-Free Adaptable}

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thigh , cut into 1” (2.5 cm) pieces (or breast)

Marinade

  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Sauces

  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

Stir Fry

  • 2 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 6 scallions , sliced into 1” (2.5) pieces, white and green parts separated
  • 5 garlic cloves , smashed and sliced
  • 1/2 ginger , julienned
  • 2 tablespoons fermented black beans
  • 2 stalks celery , sliced on bias into 1/2” thick pieces
  • 2 hot chili peppers , thinly sliced on the bias (anaheim, or Fresno etc)
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Instructions

  1. Combine chicken, Shaoxing wine, salt, and cornstarch in a medium-sized bowl. Mix well with your hands, so the chicken is evenly covered with a thin slurry.
  2. Mix all the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over high heat until hot. Add the chicken pieces and spread into a layer without overlapping. Let sear until the bottom turns golden brown, 2 minutes or so. Flip to cook the other side until the chicken is cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a big plate.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, scallion whites, garlic, ginger and fermented black beans. Cook and stir over medium heat for 1 minute to release fragrance.
  5. Add the chili pepper, celery and scallion greens. Stir and cook for 2 minutes, until just starting to turn tender.
  6. Add back the chicken pieces and pour in the sauce. Cook and stir until the sauce has reduced and coats everything. Transfer everything to a big plate. Serve hot with steamed rice as a main dish.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 241kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 12.6g (4%) Protein 25.3g (51%) Fat 9.7g (15%) Saturated Fat 1.2g (6%) Cholesterol 72mg (24%) Sodium 662mg (28%) Potassium 636mg (18%) Fiber 1.7g (7%) Sugar 5.5g (11%) Calcium 50mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 241 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 241kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 12.6g 4%
Protein 25.3g 51%
Fat 9.7g 15%
Saturated Fat 1.2g 6%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 662mg 28%
Potassium 636mg 14%
Fiber 1.7g 7%
Sugar 5.5g 11%
Calcium 50mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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