Description
Succulent chicken chops infused with vibrant scallions, offering a perfect balance of flavor and nostalgia.
Ingredients
- Chicken (breast or thighs)
- Fresh scallions, sliced
- Garlic, minced
- Soy sauce
- Fresh ginger, grated
- Olive oil or sesame oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Slice the scallions, mince the garlic, and cut the chicken into even-sized pieces.
- Season the chicken: Toss the chicken pieces with soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of oil.
- Cook the chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Sear for about 5-6 minutes.
- Add the scallions: Once the chicken is nearly cooked through, toss in the sliced scallions and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Finish and serve: Splash with soy sauce if desired, toss to coat, transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with extra scallions.
Notes
For added flavor, consider a splash of soy sauce or sesame oil. You can substitute chicken for tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken, scallion, easy dinner, family recipe, Asian cuisine