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Sweet Heat Chicken Apple Skillet

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
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Servings: 4
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Sweet and Heat Apple Chicken Stir-Fry is a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors! Tender chicken, crisp apples, and earthy mushrooms come together in a flavorful sauce with a kick of jalapeño and a hint of ginger. This quick and easy dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing your guests with something unique and delicious. Serve it over rice or noodles for a wholesome and satisfying meal!

Ingredients
  • 1 lb Boneless Chicken Breast Thin Sliced
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 1 Small Onion chopped
  • 3 Small Sweet pepper diced
  • 1 Jalapeno Pepper diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 5-6 Medium Mushrooms sliced
  • 2 Green Apples peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Chicken Broth
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp White Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Ginger Powder
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 3 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch + 2 tbsp Water for thickening (for slurry)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on the outside and fully cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. 2
    In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed. Sauté the onion, garlic, and the peppers until softened.
  3. 3
    Sauté the mushrooms after cooking the onion, garlic and Pepper, let them release their juices and brown slightly.
  4. 4
    Add the apples and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender
  5. 5
    In a small bowl, mix chicken broth, soy sauce, white vinegar, ginger, honey, ketchup, . Whisk until smooth. Dissolve the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the mixture.
  6. 6
    Return the chicken to the skillet with the cooked apples and vegetables. Pour the sauce over the top. Simmer on medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. 7
    Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or quinoa.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 268kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Cholesterol 65mg22%
Sodium 550mg23%
Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 13g
Protein 25g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Customize the Heat: Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less jalapeño or swapping it for a milder pepper.

Apple Varieties: Try using sweet apples like Fuji or Gala for a milder flavor, or tart apples like Granny Smith for a sharper kick.

Serving Suggestions: Serve this stir-fry over steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal.

Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet to maintain the texture.

Texture Tip: To keep the apples slightly firm, add them closer to the end of cooking. If you prefer softer apples, sauté them longer.

Allergy-Friendly Substitution: Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.

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