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Hoisin-Chicken-Recipe

Hoisin Chicken

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This Hoisin Chicken is packed with irresistible flavors from hoisin sauce, ginger, and spices. Quick to prepare and a delightful option for a weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon chinese five-spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock, vegetable broth or filtered water
  • thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Mix the chicken, cornstarch, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a shallow plate.
  2. Whisk the hoisin sauce ingredients together in a jug.
  3. Pour two heaping tablespoons of the sauce over the chicken, combine well, and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the chicken in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes to brown.
  5. Stir the chicken and cook for an additional 4-6 minutes until fully cooked through.
  6. Add the remaining hoisin sauce and simmer for 2 minutes until thickened.
  7. Serve over rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

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Notes

For a spicier version, increase the amount of chili powder added.
Marinade the chicken for longer if time allows for even more flavor.
Serve with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

  • Author: jeremy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg