Easy Oyster Sauce Chicken
Savor the rich, umami-packed flavors of Easy Oyster Sauce Chicken, a quick and delicious stir-fry recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken thighs are coated in a glossy, homemade oyster sauce infused with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and a hint of sweet brown sugar for the perfect balance of savory and sweet. The addition of a cornstarch slurry creates a luscious, velvety sauce that clings to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal for serving over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional red chili flakes for a touch of heat, this easy oyster sauce chicken is a family-friendly favorite that's sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Perfect for lovers of Asian-inspired recipes, this one-pan wonder is both simple and satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 3 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1.5 teaspoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons Optional red chili flakes (for heat)
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix together oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and water. Stir until sugar dissolves and set aside.
In another small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add chicken pieces to the hot oil and sear them for 4-5 minutes until golden brown on all sides. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium and add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Return the chicken to the skillet, then pour the prepared oyster sauce mixture over it.
Stir well to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce. Simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce begins to thicken.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring constantly to thicken the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or sugar, if needed. If you'd like some heat, sprinkle in red chili flakes at this point.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions.
Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.4 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 545 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 2882 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 134.6 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1442 mg | 31% | |
*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.
