Description
Savory braised chicken with chili and green peppers brings Mexican-inspired comfort to your dinner table. Hearty spices and tender meat create a memorable meal that welcomes you into a world of rich, satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) chicken wings, cut into bite-sized pieces
Spices and Aromatics:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, minced
- 23 green chilies, sliced
- 23 red chilies, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
Sauces and Liquids:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for garnish)
Garnish:
- Chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Infuse chicken with robust flavors by coating in soy sauce, allowing the marinade to penetrate for a quarter-hour at room temperature.
- Craft a harmonious sauce by whisking together remaining soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water until smooth and well-integrated.
- Elevate the chicken’s texture by searing in a scorching wok at medium-high heat until golden edges appear, then transfer to a holding plate.
- Awaken the aromatic foundation by sautéing onions, garlic, and ginger for 1-2 minutes, releasing their intense fragrance throughout the cooking surface.
- Introduce vibrant chilies, both green and red, rapidly stir-frying to intensify their piquant essence and distribute heat evenly.
- Reunite the seared chicken with the aromatic base, cascading the prepared sauce to envelop each morsel completely. Optionally incorporate chicken broth, then reduce heat to low, covering and allowing the mixture to gently simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken becomes supremely tender and sauce transforms into a luxurious glaze.
- Finalize the dish by drizzling with nutty sesame oil and scattering fresh green onions, presenting a visually appealing and flavor-packed entrée alongside steamed rice.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the number and type of chilies, from mild bell peppers to fiery habaneros.
- Swap chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version that keeps the dish’s bold, zesty flavor profile.
- Marinate chicken longer (up to 2 hours) for deeper soy sauce penetration and more tender meat texture.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake without compromising the rich umami taste of the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 239 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1120 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg