Spicy Country-Style Chicken Recipe

Name: Spicy Country-Style Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound chicken breasts; 2 small green chili peppers; 8 ounces bamboo shoots; 1/2 pound zucchini; 1 large sweet red bell peppers; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons chicken broth; 2 tablespoons rice wine; 1 1/2 teaspoons chili bean sauce; 2 teaspoons sugar granulated; 2 tablespoons soy sauce, dark; 1 tablespoon tomato paste

Servings: persons

1/2 pound chicken breasts
2 small green chili peppers
8 ounces bamboo shoots
1/2 pound zucchini
1 large sweet red bell peppers
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chicken broth
2 tablespoons rice wine
1 1/2 teaspoons chili bean sauce
2 teaspoons sugar granulated
2 tablespoons soy sauce, dark
1 tablespoon tomato paste

1
CUT THE CHICKEN BREASTS into shreds about 3 inches long.
2
Cut the fresh chiles in half, carefully remove the seeds and shred the chiles.
3
Then prepare all the vegetables.
4
Rinse the bamboo shoots in clean water and shred them.
5
Trim the zucchini and shred them.
6
Wash the bell pepper, remove the seeds and shred it, too.
7
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a wok or large skillet.
8
When it is almost smoking, quickly stir-fry the chicken shreds for 1 minute or until the chicken is slightly firm.
9
Remove the cooked chicken and drain it.
10
Wipe the wok clean.
11
Reheat it and add the rest of the oil.
12
When it is hot, add the shredded chiles, bamboo shoots, zucchini and bell pepper.
13
Stir-fry for about 2 minutes, and then add the rest of the ingredients.
14
Mix them well and stir-fry for another minute.
15
Return the chicken shreds and give the mixture a few quick stirs to finish cooking the chicken.
16
Turn onto a serving platter and serve at once.

240

kcal

Calories

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 1/2 pound chicken breasts, 2 small green chili peppers, 8 ounces bamboo shoots, 1/2 pound zucchini, and more.

Yes, Spicy Country-Style 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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Spicy Country-Style Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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