STIR-FRIED CHICKEN AND BOK CHOY
No need for a wok here. You can use a flat-bottomed skillet or sauté pan instead, the bigger the better. You want as much surface area as possible to get as hot as possible, so preheat the pan for at least five minutes before adding the oil. There should be a forbidding amount of smoke when the ingredients hit the pan (open the windows and turn on the fan before you start). That will give you the deepest sear. Stir-fries are infinitely variable, and you can change up this recipe by using beef or pork, and other green vegetables (asparagus, broccoli, mustard greens, cabbage, spinach or thinly sliced green beans) substitute nicely for the bok choy. Make a version of this dish once or twice and you'll have a reliable and delicious alternative to takeout.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, main course
Time 30m
Yield Serves 2 to 3
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar. Pour half the mixture over the chicken, along with half the ginger and half the garlic. Let stand 20 minutes.
- Heat a large, 12-inch skillet over high heat until extremely hot, about 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil and the chicken. Cook, stirring constantly, until meat is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Add the remaining peanut oil to the skillet. Add the bok choy and cook 1 minute. Stir in the leeks and chili flakes; cook, tossing frequently until bok choy and leeks are tender, about 1 minute. Stir in the marinade and a pinch of salt. Move vegetable mixture to the border of the pan. Add remaining ginger and garlic to center of pan and cook, mashing lightly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Return chicken to skillet and combine with ginger, garlic, and vegetables. Serve immediately, over rice.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 488, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 731 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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[email protected]I'm not a fan of stir-fried dishes, but I really enjoyed this one. The chicken was tender and the bok choy was cooked perfectly. The sauce was flavorful and not too oily.
Saleem Naz
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the bok choy is perfectly cooked. The sauce is flavorful and not too spicy.
Md Racel
[email protected]This dish was a little too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The chicken was tender and the bok choy was cooked perfectly. I would recommend using less chili pepper if you don't like spicy food.
Malik Ahad
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.
Prince Adhikari
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of bok choy, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Uje Chidera Leo
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I used rotisserie chicken and it turned out great. The sauce is flavorful and the bok choy adds a nice crunch.
Isa Martinez
[email protected]I tried this recipe and it was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and the bok choy was mushy. The sauce was also way too salty.
Giovanni Gonzalez
[email protected]I thought this dish was just okay. The chicken was a little dry, and the bok choy was a bit bland. The sauce was also a little too sweet for my taste.
Dragonball Fan
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very tasty. I especially liked the sauce, which was flavorful and had a nice kick to it.
RettyBen
[email protected]This was a delicious and healthy meal. The chicken was flavorful and juicy, and the bok choy was tender and crisp. The sauce was flavorful and not too spicy.
Adie Arcade
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. The chicken and bok choy are always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is always flavorful.
Binita Binita
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the bok choy was perfectly tender-crisp. The sauce was delicious, with a nice balance of sweet, sour, and salty flavors.
Aliha
[email protected]Absolutely scrumptious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the bok choy was perfectly cooked. The sauce was flavorful and balanced, with just the right amount of heat. I will definitely be making this dish again!