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Scallion Chicken

Delicious Scallion Chicken Ready in Just 20 Minutes

This scallion chicken is a quick, budget-friendly dish bursting with flavor that's ready in under 20 minutes. A perfect weeknight dinner option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs Main protein source
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch To coat chicken for a crispy texture
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Adds umami
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce For richer color and flavor
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Enhances flavor
  • to taste black pepper powder Adds heat to taste
For the Scallions
  • 4 scallions scallions Use both white and green parts
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons oil For frying, vegetable or canola oil recommended

Equipment

  • Non-stick pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine chicken thighs with soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and corn starch. Allow it to sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat the Pan: Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat until it shimmers.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add marinated chicken thighs to the pan, cooking for 5–7 minutes on one side until golden brown. Then, turn and continue cooking until no longer pink all the way through.
  4. Add Scallions: Stir in the white parts of the scallions and cook for 1–2 minutes until softened.
  5. Finish with Green Scallions: Add the green parts of the scallions and stir for an additional 30 seconds.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional black pepper or scallions, alongside steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety and flavor. Customize with garlic or seasonal veggies as desired.

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