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Scallion Chicken

Savory Scallion Chicken in Just 20 Minutes for Busy Nights

Quick and delicious scallion chicken recipe perfect for busy nights that will leave everyone craving for more.
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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 Skinless for lower fat
  • 2 tablespoons Corn starch Can substitute with flour
For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce Replace with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce Optional for lighter dish
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce Substitute with mushroom sauce for vegetarian
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper powder Adjust to preference
For the Aromatics
  • 4 stalks Scallions Substitute with green onions if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Consider using sesame oil for extra flavor

Equipment

  • non-stick pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Scallion Chicken
  1. Combine chicken thighs in a bowl with soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and corn starch. Mix well and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add marinated chicken thighs and sear for 5–6 minutes until golden, then flip and cook another 5–6 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Add the white parts of the scallions to the pan, cooking for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in the green parts of the scallions and sauté for an additional 10–20 seconds.
  5. Adjust seasoning with black pepper, serve warm over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Quick to make and easy to customize, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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