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Chicken in Garlic Sauce: A Better-Than-Takeout Skillet Masterpiece

A high-protein Chicken in Garlic Sauce featuring tender seared chicken breast and vibrant vegetables in a dark, glossy, syrupy glaze. Perfectly optimized for a cast iron skillet and better than restaurant takeout.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Primary Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) chunks
  • 2 medium Red Bell Peppers Sliced into strips
  • 1 large White Onion Cut into thick wedges
  • 1 bunch Green Scallions Cut into 2-inch (5cm) pieces
  • 3 tbsp Minced Garlic Approximately 6-8 cloves
  • 1 tbsp Grated Ginger Fresh ginger bits
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth (240ml)
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (60ml) Use a mix of light and dark for color
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch (16g) For the glossy finish
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar (12g) For syrupy texture

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet Ensures even heat and a perfect sear.
  • 1 Chef's Knife For precise vegetable cuts.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and brown sugar until the cornstarch is completely dissolved.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken chunks in a single layer and sear for 3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for 2 more minutes, then remove from pan.
  3. Add remaining oil to the pan. Sauté onion wedges and red bell peppers for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet. Stir constantly as it bubbles and thickens. Return chicken to the pan along with scallions, tossing for 2 minutes until everything is coated in a glossy dark glaze.

Nutrition

Calories: 345kcalProtein: 38gFat: 12gFiber: 3g

Notes

Ensure the pan is very hot before adding chicken for the best sear.
Use Dark Soy Sauce if you want a deeper brown color for the glaze.
Keyword Chicken in Garlic Sauce,garlic chicken,stir fry

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