Celery Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Celery Chicken recipe! Perfectly tender strips of chicken breast are stir-fried with crisp celery and aromatic garlic, ginger, and green onions, then coated in a savory umami-packed sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a hint of chicken broth. This quick and easy stir-fry comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an excellent option for busy evenings without sacrificing flavor or nutrition. Serve it over steamed rice for the ultimate Asian-inspired comfort meal. Packed with healthy veggies and zesty seasonings, this dish is a perfect blend of simplicity and deliciousness!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams chicken breast
• 5 pieces celery stalks
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 60 milliliters chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 inch ginger

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the chicken by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips, around 1/4 inch thick. Set aside.

Step 2

2. Wash the celery stalks and slice them diagonally into thin pieces, about 1/4 inch wide. Set aside.

Step 3

3. Mince the garlic cloves, finely slice the ginger, and chop the green onions into small pieces. Keep them ready.

Step 4

4. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chicken broth. Add the cornstarch and stir until well combined. This will serve as the sauce for the dish. Set aside.

Step 5

5. Heat a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and swirl to coat.

Step 6

6. Add the chicken strips to the hot pan. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 7

7. In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Toss in the garlic, ginger, and green onions. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 8

8. Add the sliced celery to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to stay crisp but slightly tender.

Step 9

9. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir everything together, ensuring the chicken and celery are evenly coated with the sauce.

Step 10

10. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and evenly blend with the ingredients.

Step 11

11. Remove from heat and transfer the celery chicken to a serving dish. Serve immediately with steamed white rice or as a main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(921.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1063.3

Total Fat 44.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.4g
Cholesterol 430mg	0%
Sodium 5140.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 148.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 211.5mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 2342.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 54.8%

Carbs: 7.9%