chilli chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
chilli chicken
160 min.
2
257kcal
21.51%sweetness
100%saltiness
13.28%sourness
16.43%bitterness
69.56%savoriness
75.48%fattiness
100%spiciness

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Chilli chicken is a popular Indo-Chinese dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a delicious weekend treat. This dish is packed with flavor, featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a spicy, savory sauce, and is sure to satisfy your cravings for Chinese takeout. The best part? It's gluten-free and dairy-free, making it accessible to a wide range of dietary preferences.

With a prep time of just 160 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those who want a tasty, healthy meal without spending hours in the kitchen. The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and the cooking process is straightforward. You'll love the combination of juicy chicken, crisp bell peppers, and the kick of chili, all coming together in a mouthwatering dish.

This chilli chicken recipe is not only delicious but also boasts an impressive nutritional profile. It's a good source of protein, providing almost 60% of your daily needs, and offers a well-balanced mix of carbohydrates and healthy fats. Additionally, it's packed with vitamins and minerals, including a good dose of Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and Selenium.

Whether you're a fan of spicy food or just looking for a new chicken recipe to add to your repertoire, chilli chicken is definitely worth trying. It's a flavorful, healthy, and convenient option that's sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup bell pepper cubed
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper cubed
  • 250 grams chicken breast boneless
  •  to 2 chilies slit green deseeded
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder red
  • tbsps masa 
  • 0.8 tbsp garlic 
  • servings cooking oil for deep frying
  • small onion thinly sliced
  • 0.3 tsp chili powder red
  • 0.3 tsp ground pepper 
  • 0.5 tbsp soya sauce 
  • 0.8 tbsp soya sauce 
  • servings spring onion for garnish
  • 0.5 tsp sugar 
  • 0.5 tbsp chilli sauce 
  • tsp chilli sauce 
  • 0.8 tsp vinegar 

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    Nutrition Facts

    Calories257kcal
    Protein46.19%
    Fat23.56%
    Carbs30.25%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    167.55
    Glycemic Load
    2.4
    Inflammation Score
    -8
    Nutrition Score
    21.629130434783%

    Flavonoids

    Luteolin
    0.23mg
    Isorhamnetin
    1.75mg
    Kaempferol
    0.32mg
    Myricetin
    0.06mg
    Quercetin
    7.88mg

    Taste

    Sweetness:
    21.51%
    Saltiness:
    100%
    Sourness:
    13.28%
    Bitterness:
    16.43%
    Savoriness:
    69.56%
    Fattiness:
    75.48%
    Spiciness:
    100%

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:257.48kcal
    12.87%
    Fat:6.72g
    10.34%
    Saturated Fat:1.03g
    6.42%
    Carbohydrates:19.41g
    6.47%
    Net Carbohydrates:16.08g
    5.85%
    Sugar:8.63g
    9.58%
    Cholesterol:80mg
    26.67%
    Sodium:936.93mg
    40.74%
    Protein:29.64g
    59.28%
    Vitamin B3:14.19mg
    70.96%
    Vitamin C:56.71mg
    68.74%
    Vitamin B6:1.21mg
    60.5%
    Selenium:41.99µg
    59.98%
    Vitamin A:1658.77IU
    33.18%
    Phosphorus:322.52mg
    32.25%
    Vitamin B5:2.03mg
    20.29%
    Potassium:687.38mg
    19.64%
    Vitamin K:17.93µg
    17.08%
    Magnesium:55.3mg
    13.82%
    Manganese:0.28mg
    13.78%
    Fiber:3.33g
    13.32%
    Vitamin B2:0.21mg
    12.35%
    Vitamin E:1.82mg
    12.13%
    Vitamin B1:0.15mg
    10.07%
    Folate:37.29µg
    9.32%
    Iron:1.4mg
    7.78%
    Zinc:1.16mg
    7.73%
    Copper:0.11mg
    5.33%
    Calcium:42.22mg
    4.22%
    Vitamin B12:0.25µg
    4.17%