Jiacheng's Chicken Recipe: is your new weeknight hero! Fast, healthy, and bursting with authentic flavors, this is more than just a recipe; it's an experience. A delicious, easy-to-follow guide to creating a memorable meal, even on the busiest of evenings. Discover how to make delicious chicken for family, for friends, or to impress that special someone. I developed this recipe after years of struggling to find something healthy and quick that my kids would devour – and trust me, they are very picky! Now you can enjoy it too with Jiacheng's Chicken Recipe.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Growing up, Sunday dinners were sacred. My grandmother, Jiacheng, would always make chicken—not just any chicken, but her chicken. The aroma alone was enough to make our mouths water. After she passed, I tried recreating her dish, but something was always missing. It wasn’t until I understood the simplicity of fresh ingredients and her secret blend of herbs that I cracked the code. This Jiacheng's Chicken Recipe is my attempt to share the taste of those cherished memories with all of you.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For the Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- For the Vegetables (optional):
- 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Vegetables (Optional): If using vegetables, add the sliced bell pepper, onion, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Serve: Serve Jiacheng's Chicken Recipe immediately over rice, noodles, or quinoa. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired. Enjoy!
Jiacheng’s Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Sauté the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Add Vegetables (Optional): If using vegetables, add the sliced bell pepper, onion, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.1 bell pepper, 1 onion, 1 cup broccoli florets
- Serve: Serve Jiacheng’s Chicken Recipe immediately over rice, noodles, or quinoa. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired. Enjoy!