Easy Chicken Stir-Fry with Asparagus
Description:
This chicken and asparagus stir-fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breast is stir-fried with crisp asparagus in a savory garlic-soy sauce. It’s light, delicious, and comes together in under 30 minutes. Serve it over rice, noodles, or enjoy it on its own for a low-carb meal!
Ingredients:
For the Stir-Fry:
1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or avocado oil)
1 tablespoon ginger, minced (optional but adds great flavor)
For the Sauce:
3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional for extra depth)
1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry for thickening)
Optional for serving:
Cooked rice or noodles
Sesame seeds for garnish
Sliced green onions
Instructions:
1. Prep Ingredients:
Slice the chicken breast thinly against the grain.
Trim tough ends off the asparagus and cut into bite-size pieces.
Mince the garlic and ginger.
2. Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
3. Cook the Chicken:
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
4. Cook the Asparagus:
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan.
Add garlic (and ginger if using), stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Toss in the asparagus and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
5. Combine Everything:
Return the chicken to the pan.
Pour in the sauce and stir-fry everything together for another 2–3 minutes, until sauce thickens and coats the chicken and asparagus.
6. Serve:
Serve hot over rice, noodles, or alone.
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
Time Breakdown:
Step Time
Prep Ingredients 10 minutes
Make Sauce 2 minutes
Cook Chicken 5 minutes
Cook Asparagus 3 minutes
Combine and Finish 3 minutes
Total Time ~20–25 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving, recipe serves 4):
Calories: ~280 kcal
Protein: ~30g
Fat: ~12g
Carbs: ~10g
Fiber: ~2g
Sugar: ~5g
Sodium: ~700mg (depending on soy sauce)
(Note: Values are estimates and will vary depending on exact ingredients and amounts.)
Quick Q&A:
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?
A: Absolutely! Chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful, just cook a minute or two longer.
Q: Can I add other vegetables?
A: Yes! Bell peppers, mushrooms, snow peas, or broccoli are all great additions.
Q: How do I make it spicier?
A: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes, or a splash of sriracha to the sauce.
Q: Can I meal-prep this?
A: Yes, it stores well in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat gently to keep the asparagus crisp.
Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
A: Yes, use tamari instead of soy sauce, and make sure your oyster sauce (if using) is gluten-free.
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