Gunpowder chicken with dried red chillies & peanuts

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
12%
Gunpowder chicken with dried red chillies & peanuts
25 min.
6
308kcal

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Are you ready to ignite your taste buds with an explosion of flavor? Introducing Gunpowder Chicken with Dried Red Chillies and Peanuts—a dish that brings the perfect balance of spice, crunch, and richness to your dining table. This gluten-free and dairy-free delight is not only a feast for the senses but also a quick and easy option for a delectable meal ready in just 25 minutes.

The star of the show, tender boneless chicken thighs, are marinated to perfection, infusing them with a deep savory character. With the addition of whole dried bird's-eye chillies, this dish brings a bold heat that’s tempered by the delightful crunch of roasted peanuts. A medley of vibrant spring onions adds a pop of freshness, making each bite a flavorful journey.

This main course is particularly popular for family lunches or dinners, catering effortlessly to those with dietary restrictions while ensuring no one misses out on taste. With each serving clocking in at only 308 calories, you can indulge without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, unleash your inner chef, and let this Gunpowder Chicken take center stage at your next meal. Your friends and family will be begging for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 900 chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into pieces
  • tbsp soya sauce dark
  • tbsp vegetable oil 
  • 15  thai chile dried whole
  • tsp peppercorns 
  • bunch spring onion cut into 2½ cm pieces
  • 50 peanuts whole
  • tbsp soya sauce dark
  • tbsp rice wine 
  • tbsp vinegar black chinese
  • tbsp chicken stock see 
  • tbsp sugar 
  • tbsp cornstarch mixed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • wok

Directions

  1. Marinate the chicken with the soy and leave to sit for 1 hr. If you dont have time to marinate, dont worry but it does add extra flavour.
  2. Mix the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  3. Using a wok and a small amount of the oil, sear the chicken in batches. When its all browned, remove from the pan and set aside. Snip the stems from the chillies and shake out the seeds.
  4. Add the remaining oil and cook the chillies for 1 min, shaking the pan constantly to prevent them burning.
  5. Add the chicken back in with the peppercorns, spring onions and peanuts, then stir-fry for 1 min more.
  6. Add the sauce and stir for a few mins more until thickened.

Nutrition Facts

Calories308kcal
Protein44.75%
Fat45.1%
Carbs10.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.06
Glycemic Load
1.75
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
17.856956336809%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
1.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:307.86kcal
15.39%
Fat:15.02g
23.11%
Saturated Fat:2.92g
18.25%
Carbohydrates:7.61g
2.54%
Net Carbohydrates:6.26g
2.28%
Sugar:2.94g
3.27%
Cholesterol:142.8mg
47.6%
Sodium:1156.86mg
50.3%
Alcohol:0.81g
100%
Alcohol %:0.46%
100%
Protein:33.54g
67.08%
Vitamin B3:10.67mg
53.37%
Selenium:35.13µg
50.19%
Vitamin B6:0.76mg
38.2%
Phosphorus:345.89mg
34.59%
Vitamin C:18.96mg
22.98%
Manganese:0.46mg
22.89%
Vitamin K:23.26µg
22.15%
Vitamin B5:2.03mg
20.33%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
19.07%
Zinc:2.6mg
17.32%
Vitamin B12:0.96µg
16%
Magnesium:62.13mg
15.53%
Potassium:525.97mg
15.03%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.34%
Iron:2.21mg
12.29%
Copper:0.22mg
10.83%
Folate:34.15µg
8.54%
Fiber:1.35g
5.4%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.83%
Calcium:34.6mg
3.46%
Vitamin A:168.62IU
3.37%