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Braised Chicken with Chili and Green Peppers

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This Braised Chicken with Chili and Green Peppers is a bold, savory dish with tender chicken wings simmered in a rich sauce, featuring soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and a spicy kick from fresh chilies. It’s a flavorful, high-protein dinner that pairs perfectly with rice

Ingredients

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  1. 1.5 lbs chicken wings, cut into bite-sized pieces

  2. 1 tbsp cooking oil

  3. 1 large onion, sliced

  4. 2 cloves garlic, minced

  5. 1-inch ginger, minced

  6. 2–3 green chilies, sliced (adjust to taste)

  7. 2–3 red chilies, sliced (adjust to taste)

  8. ½ cup soy sauce

  9. ¼ cup brown sugar

  10. 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  11. 1 tbsp cornstarch

  12. 2 tbsp water

  13. ¼ cup chicken broth (optional, adds richness)

  14. 1 tbsp sesame oil (for garnish)

  15. Chopped green onions (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  • Marinate the Chicken:

    • In a bowl, mix chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce.

    • Let marinate for 15 minutes.

  • Prepare the Sauce:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water.

    • Set aside.

  • Stir-Fry the Chicken:

    • Heat cooking oil in a wok over medium-high heat.

    • Add chicken and stir-fry until lightly browned.

    • Remove from the wok and set aside.

  • Sauté the Aromatics:

    • Add onions, garlic, and ginger to the wok.

    • Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  • Add the Chilies:

    • Add sliced green and red chilies and stir-fry for 1 more minute.

  • Braise the Chicken:

    • Return the chicken to the wok.

    • Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and stir to coat.

    • Add chicken broth (if using).

    • Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cover.

    • Simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce thickens.

 

  • Serve & Enjoy:

    • Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with green onions.

    • Serve hot with rice.

Notes

  • For a milder version, reduce the amount of chilies.

  • Chicken broth is optional but adds a nice richness to the dish.

  • Adjust the sweetness and acidity of the sauce by adding more or less brown sugar or rice vinegar to taste.

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