Description
Sizzling chicken and green onion stir-fry delivers explosive Asian-inspired flavors straight from Chinese home kitchens. Quick wok techniques and bold seasonings create an authentic meal that delights dinner guests with minimal preparation time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 grams) chicken breast (or thighs), thinly sliced
- 3 tbsps soy sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsps vegetable oil
- ¼ cup chicken broth (or water)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1 bunch green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 tsp hoisin sauce (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
- ½ red bell pepper, sliced (optional, for color)
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate Protein: Thoroughly coat chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and sesame oil, allowing flavors to penetrate for 10-15 minutes while preparing accompanying sauce.
- Develop Sauce Complexity: Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes, and chicken broth to create a multi-dimensional flavor profile.
- Sear and Seal Chicken: Heat skillet to medium-high, rapidly cook marinated chicken pieces until achieving a golden-brown exterior and ensuring complete internal cooking. Remove and set aside on a separate plate.
- Aromatic Vegetable Layer: In the same skillet, quickly sauté minced garlic and ginger, then introduce green onions and red bell peppers, maintaining their crisp texture and releasing their vibrant essence.
- Final Integration: Reunite seared chicken with sautéed vegetables, pour prepared sauce over the mixture, and toss to ensure uniform coating and slight sauce reduction.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds for textural contrast, presenting the stir-fry immediately alongside steamed rice or noodles for a harmonious dining experience.
Notes
- Choose Fresh Ingredients: Select high-quality, crisp green onions and tender chicken breast for maximum flavor and texture.
- Control Wok Temperature: Maintain medium-high heat to achieve golden-brown chicken without burning, ensuring quick and even cooking.
- Marinate Strategically: Allow chicken to absorb marinade for exactly 10-15 minutes to enhance tenderness and prevent over-salting.
- Customize Spice Levels: Adjust red pepper flakes based on personal heat tolerance, creating a personalized spice experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg