Description
Spice up your dinner with this flavorful Jalapeno Chicken with Bell Peppers recipe. Tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and spicy jalapenos come together in a delicious stir-fry that’s perfect for a quick and easy 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 any curry powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sriracha, and vinegar. Add chicken chunks and massage well. Let marinate.
- Prepare the Stir-Fry: Heat oils in a skillet, sauté jalapeno and garlic. Add marinated chicken, cook until golden. Add sugar, bell peppers, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Finish the Dish: Add garam masala, cilantro. Mix well and serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds, cilantro, and fresh jalapeno.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of jalapenos used.
- Be careful not to overcook the peppers to retain their crunchiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
