Chinese Garlic Chicken

Chinese Garlic Chicken

This Chinese garlic chicken is savory, a little sweet, and loaded with bold flavors! Just like your favorite restaurant takeout dish. This homemade version takes only 20 minutes total. It is great for busy weeknights, family dinners, meal prep and leftovers!

Author: Organically Addison

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Asian

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 667 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp - olive oil
  • 1 lb - chicken,
  • 2 tablespoons - garlic
  • 1 tsp - ginger
  • ½ cup - broth
  • ¼ cup - coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp - rice vinegar
  • ½ tsp - toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp - tapioca flour
  • 1 tbsp - pure maple syrup, or honey
  • sesame seeds
  • green onions

Instructions

  1. First, heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Slice chicken into 1 inch cubes. Add olive oil and chicken to the pan.
  2. Cook until chicken is browned on all sides.
  3. Then, add in all remaining ingredients except sesame seeds and green onions. Stir sauce.
  4. Cook over low medium heat for at least 5 to 7 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened.
  5. Once chicken is cooked, remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Energy: 667 kcal | Total Fat: 45 g | Saturated: 11 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 170 mg | Total Carbs: 20 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugars: 8 g | Proteins: 44 g | Sodium: 251 mg | Polyunsaturated: 10 g | Monounsaturated: 21 g

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