Stir-Fried Garlic Chicken Recipe

Name: Stir-Fried Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon dry white wine; 2 teaspoons light soy sauce; 2 teaspoons oyster sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs; 4 teaspoons garlic, finely minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely minced and peeled; 20 snow pea pods, trimmed; 1 onion, medium, cut into 1/4 inch slices; 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 1 ½ teaspoons dark soy sauce; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ⅔ cup chicken stock; 3 scallions, sliced lengthwise into thin strips, then cut into 2 inch sections; 2 tablespoons peanut oil

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon dry white wine
2 teaspoons light soy sauce
2 teaspoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
4 teaspoons garlic, finely minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely minced and peeled
20 snow pea pods, trimmed
1 onion, medium, cut into 1/4 inch slices
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 ½ teaspoons dark soy sauce
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅔ cup chicken stock
3 scallions, sliced lengthwise into thin strips, then cut into 2 inch sections
2 tablespoons peanut oil

1
In a medium bowl mix together the cornstarch, white wine, soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and sugar.
2
cut the chicken into 1 1/2 by 1/2 inch pieces.
3
toss in the soy sauce mixture.
4
cover with plastic wrap and let stand for 20 to 30 minutes.
5
On a small plate place the minced garlic and the fresh ginger.
6
In a small bowl, thoroughly mix together the hoisin sauce, ketchup, toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes.
7
Have ready the chicken stock and scallions.
8
Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat until hot.
9
Add the peanut oil.
10
swirl the oil around the pan until very hot but not smoking.
11
add the minced garlic and ginger and stir briefly until the garlic is slightly browned.
12
add the chicken and quickly stir and flip in the oil to separate the pieces.
13
continue to toss and cook for about 3 minutes.
14
add the chicken stock and swirl until the stock is heated through.
15
add the snow peas and onions, stir once, cover, and cook for 2 minutes.
16
Uncover the pan and add the soy sauce mixture.
17
stir lightly until all pieces are thoroughly coated.
18
sprinkle with the scallions, stir lightly, and remove to a serving dish.
19
serve immediately.

232

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon dry white wine, 2 teaspoons light soy sauce, 2 teaspoons oyster sauce, and more.

Yes, Stir-Fried Garlic 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.

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Stir-Fried Garlic Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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