Hunan-Style Chicken
This meal uses honey and soy sauce for a rich taste. It has ginger and garlic for more scent.
Dried chiles add heat to the meat. It is a fast meal to make at home.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 18, 2026Share
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This meal uses honey and soy sauce for a rich taste. It has ginger and garlic for more scent.
Dried chiles add heat to the meat. It is a fast meal to make at home.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 14
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
0.5 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon crumbled dried red chile pepper
4 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon hot bean sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
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Mix honey, peppercorns, salt, soy sauce, and sherry in a big bowl. Add the chicken and stir to coat the meat.
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2
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
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3
Add ginger, garlic, chile pepper, and green onions. Stir for 30 seconds. Add the chicken and sauce. Fry for 3 minutes. Turn heat to low and cover. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
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4
Mix bean sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl. Pour it over the chicken and stir. Cook on high heat for 1 minute. Serve now.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 391 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 23g
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Saturated Fat 5g
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Cholesterol 117mg
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Sodium 908mg
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Total Carbohydrate 10g
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Dietary Fiber 1g
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Protein 33g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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