Best Garlic Chicken Stir Fry With Quinoa Recipes

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QUINOA STIR-FRY WITH VEGETABLES AND CHICKEN



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This speedy, savory meal pairs well with a workout. Quinoa is an unexpected source of energizing iron and amino acids, protein's building blocks, to nourish newly toned muscles. Body bonus: Potassium in the grain can help beat bloat.

Provided by Kerri Conan

Categories     Chicken     Egg     Ginger     Soy     Stir-Fry     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Quinoa     Bell Pepper     Carrot     Healthy     Cilantro     Simmer     Boil     Green Onion/Scallion     Self     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup quinoa, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small carrot, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons grated ginger
1 clove garlic, sliced
1 small red chile, chopped (optional)
2 cups snow peas, trimmed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg, beaten
4 ounces grilled chicken breast, chopped
2 scallions, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Place quinoa in a small saucepan with 3/4 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook, undisturbed, until quinoa absorbs water, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork and leave uncovered. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook carrot, stirring occasionally, until it softens, about 1 minute. Add bell pepper, ginger, garlic and chile, if desired; cook, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes. Add peas, sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, 1 minute. Remove vegetables and return skillet to heat; add quinoa, along with egg. Cook, stirring constantly, until egg is evenly distributed, about 2 minutes. Add vegetables, chicken, scallions, cilantro and soy sauce; cook 1 minute more. Divide stir-fry among 4 bowls; serve warm.

MIDDLE EASTERN-INSPIRED HERB AND GARLIC CHICKEN



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This recipe was inspired by the Middle Eastern dried seasoning mix called za'atar, a combination of herbs (usually thyme, oregano and marjoram), sesame seeds and sumac, often spiked with salt. Here, fresh herbs are substituted for the dried, which, along with fresh parsley and mint and plenty of lemon and garlic, are used to marinated boneless chicken thighs. If you can't find sumac, just leave it out. It does add a nice tang and vibrant color, but the dish will work without it. Optimum marinating time here is 8 hours. But feel free to leave it for as little as 15 minutes or as long as 24 hours. If you would rather use white meat, substitute boneless skinless breasts but reduce the cooking time by a few minutes.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     weekday, weeknight, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 3/4 pounds)
6 garlic cloves, grated on a Microplane or minced
Juice and zest of 2 lemons
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more for serving
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, more for serving
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or marjoram
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, more as needed
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, more for garnish (optional)
3/4 teaspoon sumac, more for garnish (optional)
2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, preferably whole milk yogurt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine chicken with all but 1 teaspoon of the grated garlic (save that teaspoon for the yogurt sauce), the zest and juice of 1 lemon, oil, parsley, mint, thyme, oregano, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and the sesame seeds and sumac, if using. Cover and marinate for 15 to 30 minutes at room temperature; you can refrigerate it for up to 24 hours.
  • Heat grill or broiler. If grilling, cook chicken over high heat until charred in spots, 4 to 7 minutes. Flip pieces and continue grilling until just cooked through, another 4 to 7 minutes. If broiling, arrange a rack 3 to 4 inches from flame. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and spread chicken out in a single layer. Broil chicken, turning halfway through cooking, until well colored and charred in spots, 4 to 7 minutes per side. Be careful that it doesn't burn.
  • While chicken cooks, place yogurt in a small bowl. Stir in the reserved grated garlic and lemon zest and season to taste with salt. Serve the chicken drizzled with olive oil, remaining lemon juice to taste, black pepper, parsley and sesame seeds and sumac, if using, with the yogurt alongside for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 187, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 447 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GARLIC CHICKEN STIR FRY



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A stir fry recipe I developed to satisfy a family of garlic lovers.

Provided by Teresa Shields

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons peanut oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 onions, thinly sliced
1 cup sliced cabbage
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 cups sugar snap peas
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet. When oil begins to smoke, quickly stir in 2 cloves minced garlic, ginger root, green onions and salt. Stir fry until onion becomes translucent, about 2 minutes. Add chicken and stir until opaque, about 3 minutes. Add remaining 4 cloves minced garlic and stir. Add sweet onions, cabbage, bell pepper, peas and 1/2 cup of the broth/water and cover.
  • In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup broth/water, soy sauce, sugar and cornstarch. Add sauce mixture to wok/skillet and stir until chicken and vegetables are coated with the thickened sauce. Serve immediately, over hot rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 67.1 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 31.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1363.8 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

CHICKEN STIR-FRY OVER QUINOA



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Simple yet delicious, this chicken stir-fry is cooked in KRAFT Lite Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing and served with quinoa.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tsp. oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
3 cups fresh blanched vegetables (I used snow peas, broccoli and a red pepper or can substitute 3 cups frozen stir-fry veggies)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 cup KRAFT Lite Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing
1 can (8 oz.) water chestnuts
3 cups cooked quinoa

Steps:

  • HEAT oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken and garlic; stir-fry until chicken browned.
  • ADD blanched fresh vegetables (I used snow peas, broccoli, and red pepper strips); stir-fry 5 to 7 min. or until peppers and broccoli are crisp-tender and chicken is done. Add water chestnuts, dressing and soy sauce; stir-fry 3-5 min. or until heated through.
  • SERVE over prepared, warm quinoa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

GARLIC CHICKEN WITH QUINOA



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I based this quick and easy stir-fry recipe on a recommendation from Trader Joe's. Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) is a South American grain, lower in carbohydrates and higher in protein and fat than white rice.

Provided by TajLV

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup quinoa, uncooked
2 cups chicken broth
20 leaves fresh basil, chopped
1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cubed
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded & thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, seeded & thinly sliced
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the quinoa in the chicken broth as you would prepare rice (stovetop, microwave, or rice cooker), mixing in the basil just before serving.
  • Heat oil in a wok and stir fry the chicken till browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Add vegetables; stir fry 2 minutes.
  • Add garlic, salt, pepper; continue to stir fry till peppers are slightly limp.
  • Top the quinoa with the stir fry mixture and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 620.4, Fat 32.7, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 486.3, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 45.2

GARLIC CHICKEN STRI FRY WITH QUINOA



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I was cleaning up and came across a tablet of hand written recipes that I had copied down from somewhere. I don't remember where they came from but I thought I should put them here for safe keeping. I haven't made this yet. I have never used quinoa.

Provided by Zaney1

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups chicken breasts, cut into 1 in chunks
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 yellow pepper, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup basil, chopped
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • For Quinoa:.
  • Boil broth.
  • Add quinoa and reboil.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer 12-18 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let set 2-3 minutes.
  • For Stir Fry:.
  • Saute chicken , onion, pepper and garlic in olive oil.
  • Saute and stir until chicken is done, 5-8 minutes.
  • Stir basil and parmesan cheese into chicken mix.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve over quinoa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.3, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 8.8, Sodium 909.3, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 8, Sugar 3.2, Protein 22.9

EASY CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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This seriously simple meal is the thing to make on nights when you don't know what to cook. Chicken breast, onions, bell pepper and snow peas come together in an ultra-fast stir-fry with a silky, flavorful sauce that'll be on the table in a matter of minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon natural rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut crosswise in 1/2-inch strips
1 tablespoon finely chopped serrano chile, seeds and membranes removed
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh gingerroot
1 cup thinly sliced onions
1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper (about 1 large)
1 cup thinly bias-sliced snow peas
1 teaspoon roasted sesame seed
Hot white rice, lime wedges, green onions and chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix broth, cornstarch, soy sauce, vinegar and honey. Beat with fork until smooth. Set aside.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Swirl pan to coat sides with oil. Add chicken; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until cooked through. Add serrano chile, garlic and gingerroot; cook 30 to 60 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Transfer to bowl; cover and keep warm.
  • Wipe out skillet. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell pepper; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Add snow peas; cook 30 to 60 seconds longer, until softened.
  • Return chicken mixture to skillet. Stir sauce; add to chicken and vegetables in skillet. Heat to boiling. Cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Stir in sesame seed. Serve with rice, lime wedges, green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

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