Smothered Ginger Chicken

Name: Smothered Ginger Chicken
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup each chopped green and sweet red pepper; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 3 cups chicken broth

10 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup each chopped green and sweet red pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
3 cups chicken broth

Directions

1

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1/2 cup flour, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat.
2

In a large skillet, fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, in oil until well browned. Remove from skillet; set aside and keep warm. Add onion and peppers to drippings; saute until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
3

In a large bowl, combine the remaining flour, remaining salt and pepper, ginger and chicken broth until smooth. Stir into vegetable mixture; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Return chicken to pan; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.