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Sticky Garlic Chicken with Peppers and Rice

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Sticky Garlic Chicken with Peppers and Rice is a flavorful, Asian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken in a sweet and savory garlic sauce, sautéed bell peppers, and fluffy rice – perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Cooked white or jasmine rice, for serving
  • Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce (if using), and minced garlic to make the sauce.
  2. In another bowl, dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water and set aside.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
  5. Add the sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until just tender.
  6. Pour in the garlic sauce and stir to coat the chicken and peppers evenly.
  7. Reduce heat to medium and stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky, about 2 minutes.
  8. Serve the sticky garlic chicken over cooked rice.
  9. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for extra tenderness and flavor.
  • Adjust the honey to taste if you prefer it less sweet.
  • You can add other vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for variety.

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Keywords: sticky garlic chicken, chicken stir fry, garlic chicken with rice, quick Asian dinner, sweet garlic sauce

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