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Korean Spicy Chicken Stir Fry

Korean Spicy Chicken Stir Fry

A quick and flavorful Korean Spicy Chicken Stir Fry made with tender chicken and colorful veggies, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola or peanut oil
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Slice for even cooking
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly minced preferred
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Can substitute with broccoli or carrots
  • 1 medium Onion Alternatives include shallots or green onions
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang Can substitute with chili paste and sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use low-sodium for healthier option
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can replace with light olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be an alternative for a vegan option

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a large skillet and place it over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to heat until it shimmers.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Add sliced chicken breast, cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Aromatics in the Pan: Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the Vegetables: Toss in sliced bell pepper and onion, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  5. Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey.
  6. Combine and Cook: Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, toss to coat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep chicken and vegetables ahead of time to ensure a quick cooking process. Adjust the spice level of gochujang to personal preference.

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