This Chinese Almond Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and delicious dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breast pieces are stir-fried with colorful vegetables and crunchy almonds, then tossed in a savory sauce. The combination of flavors and textures makes this dish a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients and a hot wok, you can have this tasty stir fry ready to serve in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Cooked rice, for serving
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced chicken breasts, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Toss to evenly coat the chicken. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil and swirl to coat the pan.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot pan, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan and add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, snow peas, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Return the chicken to the pan and pour the sauce mixture over the top. Stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Sprinkle the sliced almonds and chopped green onions over the top of the stir fry.
- Serve the Chinese Almond Chicken Stir Fry over cooked rice.
- Enjoy!
