Sweet and Savory Ginger-Apple Chicken Stir-Fry
Experience a delightful blend of flavors in this Sweet and Savory Ginger-Apple Chicken Stir-Fry. Perfect for those busy weeknights, this dish combines tender chicken breast with fresh vegetables and the natural sweetness of apples, all tossed in a vibrant ginger-infused sauce. The addition of applesauce and cider vinegar adds a tangy twist, making this stir-fry a nutritious and satisfying meal that's ready in just 30 minutes. Serve it over a bed of fluffy rice for a complete and delicious dinner that your family will love.
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Servings
170
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
sesame oil
2 teaspoons (heated)
garlic cloves
2 (minced)
gingerroot
2 tablespoons (minced)
boneless skinless chicken breast
1 lb (cut into strips)
pea pods
1/3 lb (fresh)
sweet red pepper
1 small (cut into strips)
mushrooms (shiitake or white)
10 (sliced)
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (for seasoning)
unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup (for sauce)
apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons (for sauce)
soy sauce
2 tablespoons (for sauce)
cornstarch
1 tablespoon (for sauce)
chicken broth
1/3 cup (for sauce)
medium apples
2 (cored and sliced)
cooked rice
2 cups (for serving)
Instructions
1
In a large nonstick skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add minced garlic and ginger, stirring constantly to prevent burning, for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
2
Introduce the boneless, skinless chicken strips to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3
In the same skillet, add the pea pods, sweet red pepper, and sliced mushrooms. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp. Season with black pepper.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and chicken broth until smooth.
5
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour in the sauce mixture along with the sliced apples. stir everything together and cook for an additional 4 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and becomes clear, ensuring the apples are warmed through.
6
Serve the stir-fry over the cooked rice and enjoy the sweet and savory flavors.
Nutrition Information
3g
Fat
22g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet and Savory Ginger-Apple Chicken Stir-Fry?
It is a nutritious 30-minute dish that combines tender chicken breast with fresh vegetables and the natural sweetness of apples in a ginger-infused sauce.
How long does it take to prepare this recipe?
The total preparation and cooking time for this stir-fry is approximately 30 minutes.
What are the primary ingredients in this dish?
The main ingredients include chicken breast, apples, gingerroot, pea pods, sweet red pepper, and mushrooms.
How many calories are in a serving of this stir-fry?
Each serving contains 170 calories.
What kind of protein is used in this recipe?
This recipe uses 1 lb of boneless skinless chicken breast cut into strips.
What is the fat content of this meal?
This recipe contains 3g of fat.
How much protein is provided per serving?
This dish provides 13g of protein per serving.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
There are 22g of carbohydrates in this recipe.
What kind of vegetables are recommended?
The recipe calls for fresh pea pods, a small sweet red pepper, and 10 sliced shiitake or white mushrooms.
How do I prepare the ginger for the sauce?
You should use 2 tablespoons of minced fresh gingerroot.
What type of oil should I use for stir-frying?
The recipe specifies using 2 teaspoons of sesame oil.
What ingredients make up the stir-fry sauce?
The sauce is made from unsweetened applesauce, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and chicken broth.
When do I add the apples to the pan?
The sliced apples are added in the final stage along with the sauce mixture and cooked for about 4 minutes.
What should I serve this stir-fry with?
It is best served over a bed of 2 cups of fluffy cooked rice.
How many apples do I need?
You will need 2 medium apples, cored and sliced.
What role does cornstarch play in this recipe?
Cornstarch is used as a thickener for the ginger-apple sauce.
How much garlic is required?
The recipe requires 2 minced garlic cloves.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is designed for busy weeknights as it is ready in just 30 minutes.
What kind of vinegar is used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar for a tangy twist.
How long should the chicken be cooked?
The chicken strips should be cooked for 4-5 minutes until no longer pink.
Should the pea pods be fresh or frozen?
The recipe specifies using 1/3 lb of fresh pea pods.
How much soy sauce is in the recipe?
The sauce includes 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
What heat level should I use to start the stir-fry?
You should heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet or wok.
How do I season the vegetables?
The vegetables are seasoned with 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper during the stir-frying process.
Can I use different types of mushrooms?
Yes, the recipe suggests using either shiitake or white mushrooms.
What color should the sauce be when it is finished?
The sauce should be cooked until it thickens and becomes clear.
How long do the vegetables need to be stir-fried?
The pea pods, red pepper, and mushrooms should be stir-fried for about 3 minutes until tender-crisp.
How much chicken broth is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of chicken broth for the sauce mixture.
What size should the red pepper be?
The recipe uses 1 small sweet red pepper cut into strips.
Is the applesauce sweetened or unsweetened?
You should use 1/3 cup of unsweetened applesauce.