Chicken with Snow Peas
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and flavorful Chicken with Snow Peas recipe, a perfect balance of tender chicken, crisp-tender snow peas, and a luscious savory sauce. This stir-fry dish combines the rich umami of soy and oyster sauces with the aromatic kick of garlic and ginger, all brought together in under 30 minutes. A finishing touch of sesame oil adds a nutty aroma that will delight your senses. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe is simple yet satisfying, pairing beautifully with steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal made right in your own kitchen. Whether you're looking for a low-sodium option or a vibrant vegetable-forward dish, Chicken with Snow Peas is a surefire crowd-pleaser that's both delicious and nutrient-packed.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 8 ounces Snow peas
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 1 cup Chicken broth (low sodium)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Slice the chicken breast thinly against the grain into bite-sized strips.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth and set aside.
Step 3
Rinse the snow peas under cold water and trim the ends if needed.
Step 4
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Season the chicken with salt and black pepper, then add it to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 6
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 7
Toss in the snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes, keeping them crisp-tender.
Step 8
Return the chicken to the skillet and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
Step 9
Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 10
Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry and toss one final time before removing from heat.
Step 11
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, and enjoy your Chicken with Snow Peas!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1046.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1276.7 |
| Total Fat 57.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g | |
| Cholesterol 385.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3830.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.5g | |
| Protein 153.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 59.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 224.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1958.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories