How to Make Chicken and Snow Peas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken and snow peas is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish that is not only delicious but also incredibly healthy. The combination of tender, juicy chicken and crisp, fresh snow peas creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a popular choice for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike.

This recipe is a great way to introduce more vegetables into your diet without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction. Snow peas, also known as sugar snap peas, are low in calories an...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 2 (8 ounce) cans sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • 3 cups snow peas
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Whisk the chicken broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and ginger together in a small bowl; reserve.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok. Cook and stir chicken and garlic in the oil until chicken is cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in mushrooms, water chestnuts, and reserved chicken broth mixture. Cook until sauce begins to thicken, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir snow peas into the pan and cook until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
  • Nutrition

    315 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 92mg
    • Sodium: 541mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 583mg