Chicken with Hoisin Tea Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this bold and irresistible Chicken with Hoisin Tea Sauce, a fusion of rich Asian-inspired flavors and aromatic simplicity. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are bathed in a velvety sauce made from a unique blend of black tea, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic. The addition of black tea lends a subtly smoky depth, perfectly complementing the sweet and savory notes in the dish. Quick and easy to prepare, this 40-minute recipe makes an elegant yet approachable meal, perfect for impressing guests or treating your family. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles with a garnish of fresh green onions and sesame seeds for an unforgettable dinner that feels both gourmet and comforting.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon black tea (loose-leaf or bagged)
• 1 cup hot water
• 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cold water
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced thinly)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

Steep the black tea in 1 cup of hot water for 3-5 minutes. Discard the tea leaves or remove the tea bag and set aside the brewed tea.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and the brewed tea until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the sauce mixture into the same skillet used to cook the chicken. Bring it to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 7

Return the seared chicken to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken cook in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

In a separate small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Gradually stir the slurry into the sauce in the skillet to thicken it. Allow it to cook for 1-2 more minutes.

Step 9

Garnish the chicken with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 10

Serve the chicken with the hoisin tea sauce over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1143.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1647.8

Total Fat 54.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.9g
Cholesterol 593.5mg	0%
Sodium 4931.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 223.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 187.0mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 1984.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.7%

Protein: 55.5%

Carbs: 13.8%