Simple Green Onion Chicken Stir Fry
A vibrant and flavorful dish combining succulent chicken pieces and fresh green onions, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Skillet or Wok
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Protein
- 500 grams Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Cut into bite-sized pieces.
Vegetables
- 4-5 stalks Green Onions Chopped finely, using both white and green parts.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1 inch Fresh Ginger Grated.
Sauces and Oils
- 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium recommended.
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For frying.
Seasonings
- Salt To taste.
- Black Pepper Freshly cracked, to taste.
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: wash and slice green onions, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil.
- Add chicken breast pieces in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Season chicken lightly with salt and pepper, then remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chopped green onions and stir-fry for an additional minute.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing with green onions, garlic, and ginger.
- Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture, stir well, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Check seasoning and adjust with more soy sauce or pepper if needed.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
For variations, consider adding bell peppers or snap peas, or serving over rice or noodles.