Chicken in Black Bean Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and cornstarch until smooth.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Add the onion, garlic, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the black beans and cook for 2 minutes more.
6. Add the sauce mixture and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce heat to low and simmer until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
8. Stir in the cilantro and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Tender chicken
• Colorful and vibrant vegetables
• Easy to make
• Perfect for a weeknight meal or entertaining

User Comments:

• "This dish was so easy to make and so delicious! I will definitely be making it again."
• "The sauce was perfect - not too sweet, not too salty."
• "I added some chopped pineapple to the sauce and it gave it a nice tropical flavor."
• "I served this dish over jasmine rice and it was a hit with my family."
• "This is my go-to recipe for Chinese takeout at home."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have hoisin sauce, you can substitute teriyaki sauce.
• To make the dish spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• Be sure to cook the chicken through before adding the sauce.
• If the sauce is too thick, add a little more chicken broth.