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Scallion Chicken

Juicy Scallion Chicken in 20 Minutes for Busy Nights

This Quick and Flavorful Scallion Chicken is a must-try for busy nights, offering delicious flavors with tender chicken thighs, ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Starch for coating
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce adjust salt levels if using regular
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce replace with mushroom sauce for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Powder adjust to taste
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Oil neutral oils like vegetable or canola
For Garnish
  • 3 scallions Scallions use both white and green parts

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken thighs with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and corn starch. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs and cook for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in the white parts of the scallions and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
  4. Add the green parts of the scallions just before serving and toss everything together for about 10-20 seconds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins for an even heartier meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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