Chinese Stir-Fry over Crunchy Slaw

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 3
Chinese Stir-Fry over Crunchy Slaw - A delicious and healthy Asian-inspired meal
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce or 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into 1 inch pieces
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup coarsely chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup snow peas , cut into thirds
2 coarsely chopped green onions ( I think it needs more )
1 garlic clove , minced ( I used 3 )
2 cups shredded broccoli coleslaw mix
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped peanuts ( I used dry roasted )
1 tablespoon minced cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
320
Sugar
5g
Fat
14g
If you're a fan of Asian-inspired cuisine, you'll love this delicious Chinese Stir-Fry over Crunchy Slaw recipe! This meal is full of flavor and textures, and it's a great way to sneak in some extra veggies into your diet. The chicken is seasoned with a savory sauce, while the broccoli slaw adds a refreshing crunch. This dish is perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner or as a meal prep option for lunch. You can customize this recipe by adjusting the amount of chili-garlic sauce or red pepper flakes to your liking.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili-garlic sauce. Set aside.
2.In a separate small bowl, whisk together water and cornstarch. Set aside.
3.Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4.Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5.Add chopped red bell pepper, snow peas, green onions, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6.Push the chicken and vegetable mixture to one side of the skillet.
7.Whisk cornstarch mixture again and pour it into the empty side of the skillet. Stir constantly until it thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
8.Combine the chicken/vegetable mixture with the cornstarch mixture and stir to coat.
9.Remove skillet from heat.
10.Add shredded broccoli coleslaw mix to a large bowl.
11.Pour soy sauce mixture over the slaw and toss to coat.
12.Serve stir-fry on top of slaw and garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro.

PROS

This dish is a great way to incorporate veggies into your diet and is packed with protein.

The combination of flavors and textures is delicious and satisfying!

CONS

This dish may be too spicy for some people, depending on the amount of chili-garlic sauce or red pepper flakes used.

The prep work may take some time, especially if you need to chop the vegetables by hand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein, vitamins, and minerals.
The broccoli slaw provides fiber and nutrients, while the chicken provides lean protein.
Garlic and ginger in the dish have been linked to immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties.

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