Chicken Almond Guy Ding
Experience the perfect balance of savory and nutty flavors with Chicken Almond Guy Ding, a classic Chinese stir-fry dish that's quick, healthy, and irresistibly delicious. This recipe features tender, marinated chicken breast, expertly stir-fried with a vibrant medley of crisp vegetables, crunchy water chestnuts, and golden-toasted almonds for a delightful textural contrast. A flavorful sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a hint of sugar ties everything together, making each bite a harmony of umami goodness. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's the ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you're craving a satisfying Asian-inspired meal. Serve it piping hot over steamed rice for a wholesome, restaurant-quality dinner at home. Keywords: Chicken Almond Guy Ding, Chinese stir-fry recipe, easy Asian dinner, healthy chicken recipe, quick weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small, diced onion
- 2 sliced celery sticks
- 1 medium, thinly sliced carrot
- 1 can (227 grams), drained and sliced water chestnuts
- 100 grams unsalted almonds
- 100 milliliters chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 sliced spring onions
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.
Marinate the chicken with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 teaspoons of cornstarch. Mix well and set aside for 10 minutes.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Stir-fry the almonds for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Stir-fry the onions, garlic, celery, and carrots for 2-3 minutes until softened but still crisp.
Add the marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked, stirring constantly.
Stir in the water chestnuts and return the toasted almonds to the skillet.
In a small bowl, mix the chicken stock, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and white pepper.
Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and toss everything together. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Garnish with sliced spring onions and serve hot over steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1949 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.0 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 4417 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.4 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.7 g | ||
| Protein | 176.6 g | 353% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 4328 mg | 92% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
