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Asian-Inspired Scallion Chicken Stir-Fry

A savory and tender chicken stir-fry featuring scallions as the star ingredient, combined with a flavorful marinade and quick cooking for a delicious Asian-inspired meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skin-on chicken thighs, deboned
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 4–5 scallions (green onions), thinly sliced, whites and greens separated
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, black pepper, and cornstarch. Mix well and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the white parts of the scallions, minced garlic, and minced ginger to the pan. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the marinated chicken to the pan, spreading it out in a single layer. Let it cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes to get a slight sear.
  5. Stir the chicken and continue to cook until mostly cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add Shaoxing wine (if using), chicken broth, and salt. Stir to combine and let the sauce simmer and thicken slightly.
  7. Add the green parts of the scallions and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the scallions are tender but still bright green.
  8. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately with steamed rice.

Notes

Using chicken thighs with skin on adds flavor and tenderness. Separating the scallion whites and greens allows for layering of flavor and texture. Cornstarch in the marinade helps crisp the chicken and thicken the sauce.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg