Healthy and Delicious Chicken Breast Steak
Healthy and Delicious Chicken Breast Steak
Diet Essential! Spicy Chicken Breast Steak Recipe with Cheongyang Pepper
For evenings when you want a light meal after controlling your diet during lunch, I recommend this delicious chicken breast steak! While the taste is as expected, the unique flavor of being tossed in a spicy jajang sauce with a touch of Cheongyang pepper is outstanding. It might remind you of spicy Jjimdak, but it’s incredibly tender without any dryness, giving you a feeling of becoming healthier. Even after eating 400g, there’s no guilt! It’s a much healthier choice than pork or beef.
Spicy Jajang Steak Sauce Ingredients- 2 Tbsp Chunjang (black bean paste)
- 2 Tbsp Ketchup
- 1.5 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Cooking Syrup (or Oligosaccharide)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- A little Soju (to substitute for cooking wine)
- 1 Cheongyang Pepper (seeds removed and finely chopped)
Chicken Breast Steak Ingredients- 1/2 Onion (sliced)
- 10 whole Garlic cloves (peeled)
- 400g Chicken Breast (sliced against the grain)
- 1/2 Onion (sliced)
- 10 whole Garlic cloves (peeled)
- 400g Chicken Breast (sliced against the grain)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, rinse the 400g of chicken breast thoroughly under cold water. Even if it looks clean, it’s good practice to wash it under running water. After rinsing, pat it dry thoroughly with paper towels. Removing excess moisture is key to a delicious sear.
Step 2
Heat a pan over high heat. Sear the outside of the chicken breast directly on the hot pan. This step helps to lock in the juices and creates a surface that’s easier to cut later, especially if you’re aiming for a chopped steak texture. (This technique was inspired by an idea for chicken breast chop steak.)
Step 3
Decide whether to chop all the chicken breast or score it. For this recipe, finely chop one piece (chop chop!) and make decorative scores on the remaining chicken breast pieces with a knife. This helps the sauce penetrate better and ensures even cooking.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the delicious steak sauce. In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp Chunjang, 2 Tbsp Ketchup, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 2 Tbsp Cooking Syrup, and 1.5 Tbsp Soy Sauce. Mix well. It’s super simple so far, and it will stay that way!
Step 5
Add a generous amount of olive oil to the pan. First, add the 10 whole garlic cloves and sauté over medium-low heat until fragrant. Once the garlic starts to cook, add the sliced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent. (Tip: Sautéing the garlic first allows its flavor to deepen.)
Step 6
Add the chicken breast to the pan and cook until the outside is nicely browned. While cooking, freshly ground black pepper adds a wonderful aroma. Sprinkle pepper on both sides of the chicken breast.
Step 7
To get rid of any potential chickeny smell, add a little Soju, which can be used as a substitute for cooking wine. Even a small amount can effectively remove any unwanted odors from the chicken.
Step 8
Pour the prepared spicy jajang steak sauce into the pan. Stir-fry everything together until the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly. Roll the chicken breast in the sauce, ensuring it’s well-coated, and cook while carefully managing the heat to prevent the sauce from burning. Your shiny and delicious chicken breast steak is ready!
