Three Cup Chicken Delight
A savory and flavorful Asian dish made with chicken, garlic, ginger, and a blend of soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sesame oil. It's a simple and delicious recipe that serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup Shaoxing wine
- ¼ cup sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 green onions
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the wok and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, then add the minced garlic and grated ginger and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sesame oil. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Add the browned chicken back into the wok and stir to coat with the sauce.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Stir in the sugar and cornstarch mixture (mixed with a little water).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh basil.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.