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Better Than Takeout Garlic Chicken

Better Than Takeout Garlic Chicken with easy, satisfying, golden flavor You will love

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  • Author: Donna
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

This Better Than Takeout Garlic Chicken recipe delivers all the savory, garlicky goodness you crave from your favorite Chinese takeout, but made right in your own kitchen! Tender chicken pieces are coated in a flavorful garlic sauce, creating a dish that’s both comforting and incredibly delicious. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is quick, easy, and guaranteed to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Cooked white rice, for serving
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken cubes with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Make sure the chicken is evenly coated.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water.
  6. Pour the sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic sauce.
  8. Serve immediately over cooked white rice, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • You can also add vegetables like broccoli florets or bell peppers to the skillet while cooking the chicken for a more complete meal.
  • If you don’t have rice vinegar, you can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 40g

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