Spicy Apricot Chicken Stir-Fry

Spicy Apricot Chicken Stir-Fry
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    48

Embark on a culinary adventure with this vibrant stir-fry, where the sweetness of apricots and pineapple meets a fiery kick of red pepper flakes. A symphony of flavors and textures, this dish is quick to prepare and guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. Serve over a bed of fluffy coconut rice for the perfect complement.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    23 g
  • Cholesterol
    43 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    529 mg
  • Sugar
    15 g
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved apricot juice, soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside. (Prep time: ~5 minutes)

02

Step

Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the minced ginger and stir-fry until fragrant and lightly golden, about 10 seconds. Add the chicken strips and stir-fry until they turn white and begin to firm up. (Cook time: ~5-7 minutes)

03

Step

Add the thawed stir-fry vegetables to the wok and continue cooking until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are heated. (Cook time: ~3-5 minutes)

04

Step

Stir in the chopped apricots, pineapple chunks, and the apricot juice mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes translucent. (Cook time: ~1-2 minutes)

05

Step

Remove from heat and stir in the sliced green onions. Serve immediately over your choice of rice. (Prep time: ~2 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of rice vinegar or a dash of sesame oil to the sauce.
Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness.
Fresh ginger is key for authentic flavor, but in a pinch, you can substitute with 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds or chopped peanuts for added texture and visual appeal.

Earlene Hills

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.8/ 5 ( 16 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Leilani King

    I added a little bit of brown sugar to the sauce for extra sweetness, and it was a hit!

  • Mertie Schiller

    I substituted the chicken with tofu and it was still amazing! A great vegetarian option.

  • Lester Larson

    This recipe was so easy to follow! I loved how quickly it came together after a long day at work.

  • Julius Keeling

    I used fresh ginger and garlic instead of the powdered versions, and it really elevated the flavor.

  • Raymond Corkery

    Definitely adding this to my regular weeknight rotation!

  • Arianna Lowe

    The spice level was perfect for me, but my kids found it a bit too spicy. I'll reduce the red pepper flakes next time.

  • Bradley Collier

    The combination of apricot and pineapple was surprisingly delicious. My family devoured it!

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