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Stir-Fried Chicken with Peanuts

A delightful stir-fry dish featuring juicy chicken, crisp bell peppers, and crunchy roasted peanuts, enhanced with savory sauces and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 lb chicken breasts Boneless and skinless
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
Main Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp peanut oil Ideal for cooking
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 cup green bell pepper Sliced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper Sliced
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
  • 2 scallions green onions Chopped, for garnish
  • 4 cups white rice Cooked, for serving
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes Adjust to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch to prepare the marinade.
  2. Add chicken to the marinade. Stir to coat evenly and let stand at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together soy sauce, dark soy sauce, hoisin sauce, balsamic vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and cornstarch to prepare the sauce. Set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a wok or large skillet over medium heat, add peanut oil and allow it to warm.
  2. Stir in crushed red pepper flakes, then add red and green bell peppers; cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and ground ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Add marinated chicken, discarding any excess marinade, and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet, mixing to coat the chicken evenly.
  6. Stir in roasted peanuts and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  7. Remove from heat, add half of the chopped green onions, and gently toss.
  8. Transfer the stir-fry to a serving plate, sprinkle with remaining green onions, and enjoy with cooked white rice.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, allow the chicken to marinate longer. Use high heat for a perfect sear. Adjust crushed red pepper to your spice preference.