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Garlic-Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry

Garlic-Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick and easy stir-fry with chicken breast, bok choy, red onion, peanuts and basil.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 1-inch knob fresh ginger ( minced)
  • ⅓ cup reduced sodium soy sauce ( or GF tamari)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or sugar substitute like monk fruit)
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons chili paste (to taste)
  • 1 1/2 pounds thin sliced boneless chicken breast cutlets (sliced into thin strips)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium red onion (cut into 1/2-inch chunks)
  • 15 ounces baby bok choy (roughly chopped (about 6 cups))
  • 1/3 cup dry-roasted peanuts (crushed, for garnish)
  • ½ cup fresh Thai or traditional basil (torn)
  • Coconut jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice, optional for serving)

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl whisk together the ginger, soy, vinegar, garlic, sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and chili paste. Stir to combine. Remove ⅓ cup of the marinade and set aside.
  2. Add the chicken to the remaining marinade and let sit for at least 15 minutes up to 4 hours.
  3. Heat a large, heavy cast-iron or stainless steel skillet with a lid over high heat.
  4. Pour 1 teaspoon of the vegetable oil into the pan and swirl to coat.
  5. Use a slotted spoon to add half the chicken to the skillet, and stir and scrape the bottom with a wooden spoon.
  6. Cook chicken for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. (Cover briefly, as needed, to prevent splatters.) Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  7. If your skillet has caked-on starch or burned garlic, return it to the heat and add a cupful of water to help scrape it off. Discard into the sink and wipe the skillet dry with paper towels.
  8. Heat another 1 teaspoon of oil. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  9. Clean the skillet once more and pour in the remaining teaspoon of oil. Once hot, stir in the onions and sauté them until they are lightly charred but still retain some crunch, about 2 minutes.
  10. Add the chicken back in.
  11. Pour in the remaining marinade and add 1/2 cup water.
  12. Cook for another minute, then stir in the bok choy until wilted.
  13. Transfer to a platter and top with the crushed peanuts and basil.
  14. Serve over rice, or cauliflower rice, if desired. Makes 8 cups.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2cups Calories 450kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 19.5g (7%) Protein 45.5g (91%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 3.5g (18%) Cholesterol 124mg (41%) Sodium 1034mg (43%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 9g (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 450

% Daily Value*

Serving 2cups
Calories 450kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 19.5g 7%
Protein 45.5g 91%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 3.5g 18%
Cholesterol 124mg 41%
Sodium 1034mg 43%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 9g 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.