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Jalapeño Chicken

40 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
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Ingredients

4 people
  • soy saucePantry60 ml
  • rice vinegarPantry30 ml
  • waterOther60 ml
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • brown sugarPantry30 g
  • honeyPantry20 g
  • red pepper flakesSpices2 g
  • boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)Meat900 g
  • saltSpices5 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices3 g
  • cornstarchPantry30 g
  • oil (for frying)Pantry30 ml
  • onion (diced)Produce0.5 pieces
  • jalapeños (sliced)Produce3 pieces

per serving

Nutrition

261kcal

Carbs
16 g
Proteins
21 g
Fat
13 g
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Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl

step by step

Method

  1. Make the sauce

    • Mix the soy sauce, rice vinegar and water in a bowl.
    • Stir in the minced garlic, brown sugar, honey and red pepper flakes until dissolved.
    Step 1
  2. Prepare the chicken

    • Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
    • Season with salt and plenty of black pepper.
    • Add the cornstarch and mix well to coat.
    Step 2
  3. Fry the chicken

    • Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
    • Cook the chicken until completely done, then remove and set aside.
    Step 3
  4. Cook the onion and jalapeños

    • In the same pan, add the diced onion and sliced jalapeños.
    • Cook until soft.
    Step 4
  5. Combine and thicken

    • Return the chicken to the pan and pour in the sauce.
    • Stir over low heat until the sauce is thick and glossy.
    Step 5
  6. Serve

    • Serve hot over rice or noodles.
    Step 6