Description
Scallion chicken brings tender, juicy meat to your dinner table with a quick marinade that packs serious flavor. Fragrant green onions and savory seasonings make this simple Chinese-inspired dish a weeknight winner that comes together in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 Chicken Thighs
Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce
Seasoning and Cooking Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons Oil
- 2 tablespoons Corn Starch
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Powder
- 5 Scallions
Instructions
- Mix 4 chicken thighs with 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 tablespoons corn starch in a bowl. Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes while coating each piece thoroughly.
- Pour 4 tablespoons neutral oil into a non-stick pan. Heat the pan to medium temperature, around 350°F, ensuring the surface is evenly warm.
- Carefully place marinated chicken thighs into the hot pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Chop white parts of 5 scallions. Add these to the pan and sauté with chicken for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to release fragrant aromatics.
- Sprinkle chopped green scallion parts over the chicken. Stir quickly for 10-15 seconds to distribute fresh herb flavors without overcooking.
- Transfer chicken to a serving plate. Drizzle remaining pan juices over the top to enhance moisture and flavor intensity.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 10 minutes to ensure deep flavor penetration and tenderize the meat.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent sticking and achieve a crispy, golden-brown exterior on the chicken.
- Cut scallions carefully, keeping white and green parts separate to maximize their distinct flavor profiles during cooking.
- For a gluten-free version, replace soy sauce with tamari and ensure your oyster sauce is gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-13 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg