Chicken and Asparagus with Black Bean Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and savory Chicken and Asparagus with Black Bean Sauce. Tender strips of marinated chicken breast are stir-fried to golden perfection alongside crisp asparagus, aromatic garlic, and ginger for an irresistible blend of textures and flavors. The rich umami notes of black bean sauce harmonize beautifully with soy sauce and a touch of oyster sauce to create a luscious, glossy coating. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy stir-fry is perfect for busy evenings and pairs effortlessly with freshly steamed rice. Bursting with bold flavors and packed with protein and veggies, this dish is a nutritious and satisfying crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 300 grams Asparagus
- 4 units Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons Black bean sauce
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 100 milliliters Chicken stock or water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons White pepper
- 1 stalk Spring onions (optional)
- 4 servings Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips. In a small bowl, mix the chicken with cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of water, and a pinch of white pepper. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces. Mince the garlic and ginger finely. Slice the optional spring onions thinly for garnish.
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and heat until shimmering. Stir-fry the chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
Toss the asparagus into the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Return the chicken to the pan. Add the black bean sauce, remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chicken stock or water. Stir well to coat everything in the sauce.
Simmer for 2-3 minutes to ensure the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning by adding salt or more black bean sauce if needed.
Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with sliced spring onions if using.
Serve the chicken and asparagus over cooked rice. Enjoy your flavorful homemade stir-fry!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
450 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1528 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 609 mg | 13% | |
*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.
