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Sizzling Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Peppers & Steamed Rice

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This sizzling garlic chicken stir-fry blends juicy chicken strips, vibrant bell peppers, and a garlic-infused sauce for a flavorful meal served over fluffy steamed rice, ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into thin strips
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch, divided
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 4–6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 tsp salt for rice
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • For marinade: 1/8 tsp salt, pinch white pepper, 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp water, 1 tbsp oil
  • For sauce: 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/8 tsp salt, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/3 cup water, dash dark soy sauce

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice until water runs clear, combine with 1 1/2 cups water and 1/2 tsp salt in a saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat, simmer covered for 15 minutes. Rest off heat for 5 minutes, then fluff with fork.
  2. Marinate chicken strips with 1/8 tsp salt, pinch white pepper, 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp water, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1 tbsp oil for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat wok or skillet until smoking hot, add 2 tbsp vegetable oil. Spread chicken in single layer, sear undisturbed for 30 seconds to 1 minute until caramelized, stir-fry until just cooked, remove.
  4. In same wok, fry minced garlic until aromatic. Add sliced bell peppers and red onion, stir-fry 30 seconds to 1 minute until crisp-tender.
  5. Return chicken to wok, pour in sauce (1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/8 tsp salt, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1/3 cup water, dash dark soy). Stir and simmer until sauce thickens. Serve over steamed rice.

Notes

For best results, use a hot wok to achieve the sizzling effect and prevent sticking. Adjust garlic quantity for stronger flavor. Pair with steamed broccoli for added nutrition.

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