Description
A comforting and flavorful dish made with tender chicken, fresh scallions, and garlic, reminiscent of family gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 1 bunch fresh scallions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional herbs (fresh thyme or parsley)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Slice the chicken into even strips and finely chop the scallions and garlic.
- Heat the skillet: Drizzle olive oil or melt a knob of butter in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté the chicken: Add the chicken strips, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Add garlic and scallions: Once the chicken is browned, toss in minced garlic and scallions. Stir and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Finish with soy sauce: Drizzle the soy sauce over the chicken mixture, stir well and let cook for an additional minute.
- Serve: Transfer the Scallion Chicken Chops to a serving plate, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy warm.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the skillet to ensure the chicken sears properly. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, scallions, easy dinner, family recipe, sautéed chicken