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Scallion Chicken

Quick and Juicy Scallion Chicken for Busy Weeknights

Discover a simple, budget-friendly, delicious Scallion Chicken recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
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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 lb Chicken Thighs Can be replaced with chicken breasts.
  • 3 tablespoon Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce Adjust salt if using regular.
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Substitute with mushroom sauce for vegan.
For the Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Oil Neutral oils like canola recommended.
  • 2 tablespoon Corn Starch Creates a glossy coating.
  • to taste Black Pepper Tailor to taste.
For the Freshness
  • 4 Scallions Use both white and green parts, freshly chopped.

Equipment

  • non-stick frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine your chicken thighs with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and corn starch. Allow the chicken to marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of neutral oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
  3. Add the marinated chicken thighs to the hot pan. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Add the white parts of the chopped scallions to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they soften.
  5. Toss in the green parts of the scallions and stir quickly for another 10-20 seconds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 10 minutes for better flavor. Do not overcrowd the pan while cooking.

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