Asparagus Chicken Recipe

Delight your taste buds with this vibrant Asparagus Chicken Stir-Fry! Perfect for asparagus season, this recipe is surprisingly easy despite its flavorful ingredient list. Tender chicken, crisp-tender asparagus, and a savory sauce combine for a quick and delicious weeknight meal. Ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 652.3 kcal
Protein 70g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
Asparagus Chicken

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Asparagus Chicken

  • 6 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 1 lb asparagus
  • Green Onion
  • Sliced Mushrooms
  • Chicken Broth
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • Sherry Wine
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (2 tbsp + 1 tbsp)
  • Cooked Rice

How to Make Asparagus Chicken

  1. Slice 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thin strips.
  2. Heat 4 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken strips and stir-fry until cooked through and no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Remove chicken from pan and set aside, keeping warm.
  5. Snap off the tough ends of 1 lb asparagus. Split each spear lengthwise, then cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths.
  6. Add 2 tbsp vegetable oil to the pan. Add 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  7. Add asparagus to the pan and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until it begins to tenderize.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Add 8 oz sliced mushrooms, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 2 tbsp soy sauce.
  9. Cover and simmer for 3 minutes.
  10. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp cornstarch, 2 tbsp sherry, and 1 tbsp soy sauce until smooth.
  11. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the pan. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and boils for about 3 minutes.
  12. Serve immediately over cooked rice.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

75 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

18g

Carbs

21g