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How to Make Chinese Garlic Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chinese cuisine is known for its bold flavors and unique ingredients, and one dish that encapsulates this is Chinese garlic chicken. This savory and aromatic dish is a staple in Chinese restaurants and it's a beloved favorite for those who love garlic-infused dishes.

The key to a great Chinese garlic chicken dish lies in the balance of flavors and the perfect execution of cooking techniques. The marriage of garlic, soy sauce, and other seasonings creates a delicious and savory sauce t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 15 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 3 tablespoons Shao-Hsing cooking wine or dry sherry
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 ⅓ cups chicken stock

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Season chicken with salt and black pepper. Toss with flour until coated.
  • Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke. Add chicken, and stir fry until the pieces are lightly browned on the outside, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn heat to medium and stir in whole garlic cloves; continue stir frying for 5 minutes.
  • Turn heat to low, and add Shao-Hsing wine, soy sauce, and chicken stock. Cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is tender. Remove garlic cloves before serving.

    • Nutrition

    277 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 88mg
    • Sodium: 1406mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 286mg

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