Description
A soulful dish of tender chicken marinated and seared with vibrant scallions, capturing the essence of home and family dinners.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- Fresh scallions
- Fresh garlic
- Soy sauce
- Cooking oil (canola or vegetable)
- Optional: Tofu or tempeh for a plant-based alternative
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut it into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
- Marinate for flavor: Mix soy sauce, minced garlic, and cooking oil in a bowl. Add chicken and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat your skillet: Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the chicken: Add marinated chicken in a single layer, cooking for 4-5 minutes without moving. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add scallions: Toss in chopped scallions and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Garnish and serve: Serve hot, garnished with additional scallions.
Notes
Timely cooking is crucial; avoid overcooking to ensure juiciness. Let chicken rest briefly after cooking for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, scallions, seared, umami, family recipe, easy dinner