Hoisin Chicken
Hoisin Chicken is a delectable dish that combines succulent chicken with the sweet, savory goodness of hoisin sauce. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful meal perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful balance of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop garlic and ginger.
- In a bowl, mix hoisin sauce with minced garlic and grated ginger.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour remaining marinade into the skillet and simmer until thickened.
- Garnish with green onions and serve with rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try adding bell peppers or broccoli to the dish. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.