Walnut Chicken Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Peking cuisine with this quick and easy Walnut Chicken (or Shrimp!) Stir-Fry recipe! Inspired by Helen Chen's classic, this recipe delivers a delicious and satisfying meal in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken or succulent shrimp are tossed in a savory sauce with crunchy walnuts and fragrant sesame oil. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 887 kcal
Protein 123g
Rating 4.8 (10 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Walnut Chicken

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How to Make Walnut Chicken

  1. Marinate chicken (or shrimp): In a bowl, combine 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces) or 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined) with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine, 1 tsp cornstarch, and ½ tsp ginger (minced). Mix well and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and ½ tsp sesame oil.
  3. Heat the wok: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  4. Sauté garlic: Add 2 cloves garlic (minced) and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Cook the protein: Add the marinated chicken (or shrimp) to the wok and stir-fry until 80% cooked (about 5-7 minutes).
  6. Add the sauce: Reduce heat to medium, pour in the sauce, and stir-fry for 1 minute until thickened.
  7. Incorporate walnuts: Add ½ cup walnut pieces and stir-fry for another minute.
  8. Finish and serve: Remove from heat and drizzle with an extra ½ tsp sesame oil. Serve immediately over steamed rice with your favorite vegetables. Garnish with chopped green onions (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

58 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

38g

Carbs

6g

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