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Scallion Chicken Stir-Fry

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This Scallion Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner made with tender chicken thighs, crisp vegetables, and a savory-sweet sauce. Packed with garlic, ginger, and fresh scallions, this easy stir-fry comes together in just 30 minutes and is perfect with rice or noodles.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 bunch scallions, chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch. Marinate 15 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil and sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken and stir-fry 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Stir in garlic and ginger; cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add scallions, bell pepper, and snap peas. Stir-fry 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Drizzle in rice vinegar and honey. Toss well to coat and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for spice.
  • Substitute chicken with shrimp, beef, or tofu.
  • Mix in mushrooms, zucchini, or baby corn for extra veggies.
  • Add oyster sauce or hoisin for richer flavor.
  • Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for crunch.

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