Hot and Spicy Chairman’s Chicken

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 1
Savory Hot and Spicy Chairman's Chicken
in Entree

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts , sliced
1/2 cup sliced snow peas
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
4 green onions , chopped
1 can bamboo shoot , rinsed and drained
1 can baby corn , rinsed , drained , and chopped
1 cup fresh bean sprout
1 cup bok choy , chopped
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes ( optional )
5 slices fresh gingerroot
4 cloves garlic , minced
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 tablespoons sesame oil
hot steamed rice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon rice wine
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup rice wine ( or dry sherry )
2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
2 teaspoons chili paste ( sambal oelek ; optional )
1 tablespoon hot bean paste
1/2 teaspoon hot fire oil ( optional )
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper ( optional )
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
425
Sugar
10g
Fat
20g
Hot and Spicy Chairman's Chicken is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, and is known for its bold flavors and spicy kick. This version combines sliced chicken with a variety of vegetables, such as snow peas, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. The dish is further spiced up with gingerroot, garlic, red pepper flakes, hot bean paste, and hot fire oil. The result is a dish that is both savory and spicy, with different textures and flavors. Served over a bed of steamed rice, this dish is perfect for those who love spice and flavor in their meals.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together the 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon rice wine. Set aside.
2.In another bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup rice wine, 2 tablespoons sugar, 4 teaspoons rice wine vinegar, 2 teaspoons chili paste (optional), 1 tablespoon hot bean paste, 1/2 teaspoon hot fire oil (optional), and 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Set aside.
3.In a wok or large skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons peanut oil and 2 tablespoons sesame oil over high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry until it is lightly browned but not cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
4.Add the snow peas, mushrooms, green onions, bamboo shoots, baby corn, bean sprouts, bok choy, red pepper flakes, gingerroot, and garlic to the same pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5.Return the chicken to the pan. Add the soy sauce mixture and stir-fry until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
6.Serve hot with steamed rice.

PROS

This spicy dish is full of different textures and flavors, and can be customized to your liking.

It’s also a great source of protein and vegetables.

CONS

This dish is high in sodium, and the spicy flavors may not be for everyone.

Additionally, some of the more exotic ingredients, such as hot bean paste and hot fire oil, may be harder to find in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great source of protein, and the vegetables offer a variety of vitamins and minerals.
The chili paste and cayenne pepper can also help boost your metabolism and aid in weight loss.

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