Chicken and Papaya Stir Fry

Transform your weeknight meals with this vibrant and flavorful Chicken and Papaya Stir Fry—a quick, 30-minute recipe that's as wholesome as it is delicious! Juicy chicken breast is stir-fried to golden perfection alongside sweet, tender chunks of ripe papaya and crisp red bell pepper for a dynamic blend of textures and flavors. Aromatic notes of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil add depth, while a velvety stir-fry sauce made with soy and oyster sauce ties it all together. This colorful dish not only comes together effortlessly in one pan but also offers a unique tropical twist on classic stir-fry. Serve it hot over steamed rice or noodles for a family-friendly dinner that's loaded with fresh produce and irresistible umami flavor. Perfect for busy nights, this recipe checks all the boxes for quick, healthy, and utterly satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams chicken breast
• 1 medium ripe papaya
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 1 thumb-sized piece ginger
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 3 stalks green onion
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Peel and de-seed the ripe papaya, then cut it into medium-sized cubes.

Step 3

Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and chop the green onions into small pieces, separating the white parts from the green parts.

Step 4

Mince the garlic and finely grate the ginger.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until combined to make the stir-fry sauce.

Step 6

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.

Step 7

Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 8

Add the chicken strips and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently until cooked through and lightly browned.

Step 9

Push the chicken to one side of the pan and add the red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 10

Add the papaya cubes and the white parts of the green onion to the pan. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes, being careful not to overcook the papaya to retain its texture.

Step 11

Pour the stir-fry sauce into the pan and toss everything together to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 12

Remove from heat and garnish with the green onion tops.

Step 13

Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1165.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1350.9

Total Fat 59.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.1g
Cholesterol 430mg	0%
Sodium 3864.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.3g
Protein 149.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 238.9mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 2995.4mg	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: 38.7%

Protein: 42.8%

Carbs: 18.5%