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Chicken and Shrimp Stir Fry

5 from 1 vote
Created by Mariam Ezzeddine
Shrimp and Chicken Stir Fry recipe is a quick, easy, and flavorful dish that's sure to become a family favorite. Serve over Fried Rice or with Noodles for a complete meal. 
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined, tails ON
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper divided
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
  • 2 cups asparagus cut into 2 inch size
  • 2 cups fresh snow peas
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic grated
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds to garnish
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro to garnish
  • 1 cup cooked rice to serve

Instructions

  • Season the chicken and shrimp with salt and pepper.
  • Add a tablespoon of oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 4-5 minutes until they are cooked through and opaque. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  • To the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-8 minutes until they are cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken pieces to a plate and set aside.
  • To the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the vegetables - red pepper, asparagus, and snow peas. Stir-fry the vegetables for 4-5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine ginger, garlic, chicken broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sambal, sesame oil, and cornstarch.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken and shrimp back to the skillet along with the prepared sauce mixture. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce is slightly thickened.
  • Finally, add sesame seeds and chopped cilantro, toss, and serve with a bowl of rice.

Notes

  • Prep Ingredients Before Cooking: Chop vegetables and marinate shrimp and chicken ahead of time for quicker cooking.
  • Use High Heat: Stir fry is cooked quickly over high heat to retain the crispness of the vegetables and the tenderness of the chicken and shrimp.
  • Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook ingredients in batches if needed to ensure even cooking and avoid steaming instead of stir-frying.

Nutrition

Calories: 452kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 215mg | Sodium: 1990mg | Potassium: 963mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 2244IU | Vitamin C: 73mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 4mg
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