Quick Hoisin Chicken Stir-Fry

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 14

Quick and Easy Hoisin Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

310

Sugar

Fat

12g

This Quick Hoisin Chicken Stir-Fry is a flavorful and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed any day of the week. The recipe incorporates chicken, snow peas, water chestnuts, and a sweet and savory hoisin sauce. This dish is perfect for those looking for a quick and healthy meal option that does not skimp on flavor. It can be served over rice or noodles as a complete meal in itself.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, mix together hoisin sauce, sugar and cornstarch. Set aside.
2.	Season chicken with salt. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes or until fully cooked.
3.	Add snow peas and water chestnuts to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
4.	Pour hoisin sauce mixture into the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until sauce has thickened.
5.	Serve hot over rice or noodles.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights.
The hoisin sauce adds a sweet and savory flavor to the dish.
The use of snow peas and water chestnuts adds a nice crunch to the dish.

CONS

This recipe contains a fairly high amount of sodium due to the use of hoisin sauce.
Use a low-sodium soy sauce as a substitute to reduce the sodium content.
The use of cornstarch may also be a concern for some individuals due to its high carbohydrate content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Snow peas are low in calories and high in fiber, making them a great addition to a healthy diet. They are also a good source of vitamin C and other beneficial nutrients. Chicken is a good source of lean protein, which is important for muscle growth and development. Hoisin sauce contains various herbs and spices that have been linked to providing health benefits such as anti-inflammatory properties and improving digestion.

	4 -6 ounces snow peas
	0.5 can sliced water chestnuts , cut into quarters
	1 lb chicken breast , cut into bite-sized pieces
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon cornstarch
	2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	4 tablespoons hoisin sauce
	2 teaspoons sugar