Best Ever Chinese Chicken Recipe

Name: Best Ever Chinese Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts (skinless, boneless, cut into bite size pcs); 1 1/2 tbsp. cornstarch; 1 tbsp. soy sauce; 3 tbsp. oil; 1 med. green pepper (sliced thinly); 4 med. mushrooms (sliced); 1/2 pound Chinese pea pods (snow peas), cut in half; 1/2 c. cashews or possibly peanuts; 1/4 teaspoon grnd ginger; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1
In a large bowl, combine chicken pcs with cornstarch and soy sauce, stir well and let sit at least 5 min.
2
Clean, cut and prepare all ingredients ahead of time, including sauce mix (see below).
3
In a large frying pan or possibly wok, over medium-high heat, heat oil, add in chicken and quickly stir-fry till done, 2 to 3 min.
4
Remove chicken from pan and set aside on a plate.
5
Add in sliced green pepper and mushrooms to pan and stir-fry 2 min.
6
Add in pea pods and nuts, stir-fry 2 more min and add in ginger and cayenne.
7
Return chicken to pan with vegetables, add in sauce and stir to combine.
8
Cover skillet and cook 5 min over medium heat.
9
Serve over boiled white rice.

488

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken breasts (skinless, boneless, cut into bite size pcs), 1 1/2 tbsp. cornstarch, 1 tbsp. soy sauce, 3 tbsp. oil, and more.

Yes, Best Ever Chinese Chicken Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!