Best 5 Chicken And Celery Stir Fry Recipes

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Chicken and celery stir fry is a classic Chinese dish that combines the savory flavor of chicken with the crisp texture of celery. It is quick and easy to make, making it a perfect weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy a delicious and healthy stir fry that is sure to please the whole family.

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CHICKEN AND CELERY STIR-FRY



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This spicy stir-fry has an Asian flavor and can be served with rice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 2)
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound celery (8 to 10 large stalks), thinly sliced on the diagonal (about 5 cups)
3-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thinly slivered lengthwise
1 jalapeno chile, red or green, slivered lengthwise (ribs and seeds removed, for less heat, if desired)
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon sugar
4 scallions, cut in 3-inch lengths

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into thin strips, 2 1/2 to 3 inches long. In a medium bowl, whisk together egg white, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper until smooth. Add chicken strips, and toss to coat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of coated chicken strips to skillet; cook, turning once, until golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add another tablespoon vegetable oil to skillet, and brown remaining chicken in same manner.
  • Add celery, ginger, and jalapeno to remaining oil in skillet (add additional oil, if necessary); cook, tossing, until celery is crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar in with vegetables. Add scallions and cooked chicken; toss, until combined and heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g

CHICKEN PEPPER STIR-FRY



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I challenged myself one day to create a sweet and spicy stir-fry using only the ingredients I had on hand. It had to be sweet yet tangy for our liking. I think I have finally mastered this dish.-Kelly Baumgardt, Seymour, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 each small green, sweet red and sweet yellow pepper, julienned
1 medium onion, quartered
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cubed
3/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey mustard
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, stir-fry peppers and onion in 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, stir-fry chicken and Cajun seasoning in remaining oil until no longer pink, 7-9 minutes., In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, water, lemon juice, mustard, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce; pour over chicken. Return pepper mixture to the pan; cook and stir until combined and sauce has thickened, 1 minute. If desired, serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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Make and share this Chicken Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup thinly sliced carrot
1 small onion, cut into wedges
1 cup water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into 1/2 inch strips; place in a resealable plastic bag.
  • Add cornstarch and toss to coat.
  • Combine soy sauce, ginger, and garlic powder; add to bag and shake well.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons oil; stirfry chicken until no longer pink, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove and keep warm.
  • Add remaining oil; stir fry broccoli, celery, carrots, and onion for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Add water and bouillon.
  • Return chicken to pan.
  • Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.8, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 75.6, Sodium 814, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3, Protein 27.9

CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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A quick and easy dish to prepare, this chicken stir-fry is packed with veggies. Try adding bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, snap peas, or any of your favorite vegetables. Serve it with white or brown rice, or noodles.

Provided by Katie Sechrist

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups white rice
4 cups water
⅔ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 green bell pepper, cut into matchsticks
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 head broccoli, broken into florets
1 cup sliced carrots
1 onion, cut into large chunks
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Bring rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, and corn starch in a small bowl; stir until smooth. Mix ginger, garlic, and red pepper into sauce; coat chicken with marinade and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir bell pepper, water chestnuts, broccoli, carrots, and onion until just tender, about 5 minutes. Remove vegetables from skillet and keep warm.
  • Remove chicken from marinade, reserving liquid. Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chicken until slightly pink on the inside, about 2 minutes per side; return vegetables and reserved marinade to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the middle and vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.5 calories, Carbohydrate 76.7 g, Cholesterol 161.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 67.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1790.4 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

CHICKEN WITH CELERY AND CASHEWS



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I found this in my Chicken cookbook and it looks great. I thought it would be a welcomed recipe for our Zaar word tour in the Asian part. If you dont have cashews use pecans.

Provided by bigbadbrenda

Categories     Meat

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 ounces unsalted cashews
4 spring onions, sliced diagonally
4 celery ribs, thinly sliced diagonally
6 ounces of stir fry yellow bean sauce
salt and pepper
celery leaves (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken into thin slices across the grain.
  • Heat the oil in a wok swirling it around till its really hot.Add the nuts stirring until they start to brown .
  • Add the chicken and stir fry until nearly cooked thru.
  • Add the celery and spring onions and continue stirring well in the wok.
  • Add the yellow stir fry paste and season with salt and pepper. Toss lightly to cover the chicken and vegetables with the paste.
  • Serve at once over plain steamed rice. Garnish with celery leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 114.8, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 32.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables and herbs will give your stir-fry the best flavor.
  • Cut your vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Marinate your chicken: This will help to tenderize it and add flavor.
  • Use a hot wok or skillet: This will help to create a nice sear on the chicken and vegetables.
  • Stir-fry in small batches: This will help to prevent the vegetables from becoming soggy.
  • Add your sauce at the end: This will help to prevent it from burning.
  • Serve immediately: Stir-fry is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Chicken and celery stir-fry is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of prep, you can have a delicious and nutritious meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful weeknight meal, give chicken and celery stir-fry a try.

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