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Chicken Snap

A vibrant stir-fry featuring tender chicken and crisp snap peas infused with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 325
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound 1 pound of chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces Use boneless, skinless chicken breast for best results.
  • 1 cup 1 cup of snap peas, trimmed Fresh snap peas are recommended for vibrant color and crunch.
  • 2 cloves 2 cloves of garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances the flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon of soy sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger, minced Fresh ginger adds a lovely warmth.
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons of olive oil Healthy fat choice for cooking.
  • to taste Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to preference.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Start by heating olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking.
  2. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan; sauté them for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook for approximately 5-7 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
  4. Once the chicken is browned, add the snap peas and soy sauce to the pan. Stir-fry for another 5 minutes, or until the snap peas are tender yet vibrant.
  5. Serve hot over steamed rice or with a side salad.

Notes

To enhance the flavor, consider marinating the chicken in soy sauce and ginger for 30 minutes before cooking. For a spicier kick, include red pepper flakes or sriracha.