Ingredients and Weight:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1 lb, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Snow peas: 10 oz, trimmed
- Baby corn: 10 oz, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Bamboo shoots: 1 (14 oz) can, drained and rinsed
- Water chestnuts: 1 (8 oz) can, drained and sliced
- Carrots: 1 cup, thinly sliced
- Celery: 1 cup, thinly sliced
- Onion: 1 large, chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 tablespoon, minced
- Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
- Hoisin sauce: 1/4 cup
- Chicken broth: 1 cup
- Cornstarch: 1/4 cup
- Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Beginner)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, marinate the chicken pieces in soy sauce for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch. Stir until smooth.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides.
- Add the vegetables (snow peas, baby corn, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, carrots, celery, and onion) and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour the hoisin sauce mixture into the wok and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Colorful and vibrant
- Balanced texture with tender chicken and crunchy vegetables
- Easy to prepare and suitable for a wide range of tastes
User Comments:
- "This dish is so delicious and flavorful. The vegetables are perfectly cooked and the sauce is amazing."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to follow. It's perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight meal."
- "My family loved this dish. The combination of flavors is perfect."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a wok, you can use a large skillet instead.
- You can adjust the amount of hoisin sauce to taste.
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
