Chicken with Spinach Sauce - Main dish (chicken)

Name: Chicken with Spinach Sauce - Main dish (chicken)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb (.5 kg). boneless chicken (cut into strips); 4 tbsp (60 ml) cornstarch; 1/4 lb (.1 kg). spinach (blanched and finely chopped); 2 eggs (lightly beaten); 1 tsp (5 ml) sugar; 1 tsp (5 ml) vinegar; 2 tsp (10 ml) finely chopped garlic; oil for frying and cooking; 1-1/4 tsp (6 ml) green chillies (ground to a paste); salt; pinch of MSG (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb (.5 kg). boneless chicken (cut into strips)
4 tbsp (60 ml) cornstarch
1/4 lb (.1 kg). spinach (blanched and finely chopped)
2 eggs (lightly beaten)
1 tsp (5 ml) sugar
1 tsp (5 ml) vinegar
2 tsp (10 ml) finely chopped garlic
oil for frying and cooking
1-1/4 tsp (6 ml) green chillies (ground to a paste)
salt
pinch of MSG (optional)

1
Mix chicken with one beaten egg, salt and 2 tbsp (30 ml) cornstarch.
2
Deep-fry the chicken strips in hot oil till golden.
3
Drain and keep aside.
4
Heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) oil in a pan, and add grlic - fry till aromatic.
5
Then add spinach and saute for 30 seconds.
6
Add sugar, green chilli paste, MSG and saute for 15 seconds.,
7
Next, add 1-1 1/2 cup (125 ml) water or chicken stock, salt, and bring to a boil.
8
Dissolve 2 tbsp (30 ml) cornstarch in little water and add to the boiling gravy.
9
Stir until thickened.
10
Add the fried chicken strips and 1 beaten egg, and stir with a fork or knife to prevent the egg from getting lumpy.
11
Simmer for 2 minutes, and then remove from heat.
12
Add vinegar and mix gently.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb (.5 kg). boneless chicken (cut into strips), 4 tbsp (60 ml) cornstarch, 1/4 lb (.1 kg). spinach (blanched and finely chopped), 2 eggs (lightly beaten), and more.

Yes, Chicken with Spinach Sauce - Main dish (chicken) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!