Stir-Fried Spring Chicken with Chestnuts

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) spring chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces 500g (1.1 lb) spring chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 200g (7 oz) chestnuts, peeled and halved 200g (7 oz) chestnuts, peeled and halved
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece ginger, grated 1-inch piece ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (Chinese rice wine) 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (Chinese rice wine)
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 cup chicken broth 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish) 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 20g, 5g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix well.
2. 2.
   Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
3. 3.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
4. 4.
   Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. 5.
   Add the marinated chicken to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned.
6. 6.
   Add the chestnuts to the wok and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
7. 7.
   Pour in the chicken broth and stir-fry for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken and chestnuts.
8. 8.
   Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chestnuts — To easily peel the chestnuts, make a small incision on the flat side of each chestnut before boiling them for 10 minutes. The shells will then come off more easily.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of dried chili flakes to the marinade.
• If you can't find spring chicken, you can substitute it with boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts.
• To save time, you can use pre-peeled and roasted chestnuts, available in some grocery stores.
• Serve this dish with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
• Feel free to add your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or snow peas, to the stir-fry for added color and nutrition.

Serving advice

Serve the Stir-Fried Spring Chicken with Chestnuts hot, garnished with sliced green onions. Pair it with steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying and wholesome meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the stir-fried chicken and chestnuts on a serving platter, ensuring that the vibrant colors of the dish are visible. Garnish with a sprinkle of sliced green onions for an added pop of freshness.