Everyday Food~~Chinese Garlic Chicken

Chinese Garlic Chicken

Chicken breasts are seasoned with garlic and chile paste in this easy stir-fry.

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

·         1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts

·         Marinade: 

·         1 tablespoon light soy sauce

·         1 tablespoon dry sherry

·         Other:

·         4 garlic cloves, finely minced

·         2 green onions, finely chopped on the diagonal 

·         a few drops sesame oil

·         2 tablespoons light soy sauce

·         1 tablespoon dry sherry

·         1/4 teaspoon chili paste

·         Oil for stir-frying

Preparation:

Cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes. Place in a bowl, mix in the marinade ingredients and marinate for about 20 - 25 minutes.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the garlic and green onions. Combine the sesame oil, light soy sauce, sherry and chili paste in a bowl and set aside.
  Heat wok and add oil. When oil is ready, add the marinated chicken. Stir-fry briefly on high heat, then add the garlic and green onion. Add the remaining ingredients and combine (total cooking time should be about 5 minutes). Serve hot with rice. Serves 4.

Cook's Notes: I make Garlic Chicken at home as a main dish, so the ratio of meat is higher than many Chinese recipes. I like to serve this dish with stir-fried baby corn and rice, and perhaps a bit of green onion and fresh tomatoes for garnish.