Hoisin Chicken
Hoisin Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that artfully balances sweet and savory flavors, making it a standout choice for both casual dinners and special occasions. With tender chicken breasts glazed in a rich hoisin sauce infused with garlic and ginger, this recipe promises an aromatic and flavorful experience. It’s easy enough for novice cooks while still impressing anyone at the dinner table. Serve it with rice or vegetables for a complete meal that will leave your taste buds dancing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and let simmer for 5 minutes until well coated and flavors meld.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer longer while stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot with rice or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Marinate the chicken in hoisin sauce for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor. - Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp based on dietary preferences. - Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas during cooking for added nutrition.