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chicken asparagus stir fry

This Teriyaki Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry is a perfect quick and healthy dinner. Featuring tender chicken and crisp asparagus tossed in a light, flavorful teriyaki sauce, it's a spring favorite!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sauce Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or gluten-free soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 0.5 tablespoon honey
  • 0.5 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds skinless chicken breast cut into 0.5-inch cubes
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon canola or grapeseed oil divided
  • 12 ounces asparagus ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Whisk the soy sauce, mirin, honey, ginger, and cornstarch in a small bowl; set aside.
  2. Lightly season the chicken with salt.
  3. Heat a large non-stick wok or skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add 1 teaspoon of the oil, then add the asparagus and cook until tender-crisp, about 6 to 7 minutes.
  4. Add the garlic and cook until golden, about 1 minute. Set aside on a dish.
  5. Increase the heat to high, then add 1 teaspoon of oil and half of the chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
  6. Remove and set aside, then repeat with the remaining oil and chicken.
  7. Place all ingredients (chicken, asparagus, garlic) back into the wok. Pour the prepared sauce over and cook, stirring, for 30 to 60 seconds until the sauce thickens slightly.

Notes

Serve this delicious stir-fry immediately with your favorite side, such as brown rice or cauliflower rice. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.