Description
A spicy and flavorful dish of Jalapeno Chicken with Bell Peppers, combining tender chicken pieces with the heat of jalapenos and sweet bell peppers in a savory marinade, perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 2 tbsp white vinegar or apple cider
Stir Fry:
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil +1 tsp sesame seed oil
- 10 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2–4 jalapenos thinly sliced
- 2 whole bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- 1 tsp garam masala or curry powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sriracha, and vinegar. Add chicken chunks, massage well, and let marinate.
- Sear the Ingredients: Heat oils in a skillet. Saute jalapenos and garlic, then add marinated chicken. Cook until golden, then add sugar. Toss in bell peppers.
- Finish the Dish: Cook for 5 more minutes until chicken is done. Add garam masala, cilantro, and mix well. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and cilantro.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer jalapenos.
- Be careful not to overcook the peppers to retain their crunchiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
