Asparagus Chicken Stir Fry

Here’s a quick and delicious Asparagus Chicken Stir-Fry recipe for any weeknight dinner:

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for extra depth)
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
• Cooked rice (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Set aside.
2. Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté aromatics: In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. Add garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Cook asparagus: Add asparagus to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Combine everything: Return chicken to the pan, pour in the sauce, and stir well. Add cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. Cook for another minute.
6. Finish & serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve hot over rice.

Tips:

• Add other veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms for variety.
• Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different twist.
• For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or a drizzle of honey.

Would you like a variation or adjustments based on dietary preferences? 😊