Hot And Tangy Garlic Chicken Recipe

Name: Hot And Tangy Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 chicken breast halves, skinned and boned; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch, divided; 1 Tbsp. dry sherry or water; 3 large cloves garlic, minced; 1 c. chicken broth; 4 tsp. white vinegar; 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper; 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided; 2 carrots, cut into strips; 1 large green pepper, cut into strips; 3 Tbsp. soy sauce; hot cooked pasta or rice

Servings: persons

2 chicken breast halves, skinned and boned
2 Tbsp. cornstarch, divided
1 Tbsp. dry sherry or water
3 large cloves garlic, minced
1 c. chicken broth
4 tsp. white vinegar
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
2 carrots, cut into strips
1 large green pepper, cut into strips
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
hot cooked pasta or rice

1
Cut chicken into thin strips; coat with mixture of 1 tablespoon cornstarch, sherry and garlic.
2
Let stand 10 minutes. Combine broth, vinegar and red pepper with remaining cornstarch; set aside.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in hot wok or skillet over medium heat.
4
Add chicken; stir-fry 3 minutes.
5
Remove from skillet.
6
Heat remaining oil in same pan over high heat.
7
Add vegetables; stir-fry 2 minutes.
8
Return chicken to pan with broth mixture.
9
Cook, stirring, until sauce boils and thickens.
10
Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce.
11
Serve immediately over pasta or rice (fettucini is best).

423

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 chicken breast halves, skinned and boned, 2 Tbsp. cornstarch, divided, 1 Tbsp. dry sherry or water, 3 large cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Hot And Tangy Garlic Chicken 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.

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Hot And Tangy Garlic Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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