Iron Chef Winner’s Japanese Pan-Fried Chicken

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 2

Iron Chef Winner's Japanese Pan-Fried Chicken

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 -3 boneless chicken thighs
	8 fresh shiitake mushrooms
	8 shishito green peppers or 3 small bell peppers
	2 -3 tablespoons mirin ( or 2-3 tbsp . sake + 2 tsp . sugar )
	2 -3 tablespoons soy sauce
	japanese sansho pepper ( optional )
	shichimi togarashi pepper or red chili pepper flakes ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-3

Calories

225

Sugar

Fat

Iron Chef Winner's Japanese Pan-Fried Chicken is a delicious dish that is highly popular throughout Japan. It is a simple and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed as a standalone meal or as a side dish for rice or noodles. This dish features juicy pan-fried chicken pieces and savory shiitake mushrooms combined with shishito peppers or bell peppers and seasoned with traditional Japanese mixed sansho pepper or shichimi togarashi pepper or red chili pepper flakes. It is an excellent main course for those who want a meal that is both delicious and healthy.

Instructions

1.	Slice the chicken thighs into bite-size pieces and leave them to air-dry for about 10 minutes.
2.	Remove the stems of the shiitake mushrooms and cut the caps in half. Remove the stem of the shishito peppers and cut them into bite-size pieces if using bell peppers, remove the seeds and cut them into bite-size pieces.
3.	Heat about one tablespoon of oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned.
4.	Add the mushrooms and peppers and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
5.	Combine the mirin and soy sauce, and pour over the chicken and vegetables. Cook until the sauce has thickened.
6.	Sprinkle with japanese sansho pepper and/or shichimi togarashi pepper or red chili pepper flakes (optional). Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is easy and quick to make, very flavorful and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, shiitake mushrooms are low in calories and rich in vitamins and minerals like copper, zinc, and vitamin D.
Peppers are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.

CONS

It can be difficult to find shishito peppers, but bell peppers can be used as a substitute.
This dish is not suitable for vegetarians.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in lean protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, important for maintaining muscle mass and optimal health. Shiitake mushrooms contain beta-glucans that can help support the immune system, lower cholesterol, and have anti-inflammatory properties. Peppers are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants that protect against cell damage.