Layered Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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A quick stir-fry featuring tender chicken pieces cooked with fragrant garlic and fresh scallions for a savory, layered flavor. This Asian-inspired Super Bowl recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, garlic cloves, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless chicken thighs
4, minced garlic cloves
3, sliced into 2-inch lengths scallions
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 1 lb boneless chicken thighs and cut into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant without browning.
Step 3: Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the edges begin to crisp and the chicken is cooked through.
Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, tossing well to coat the chicken evenly.
Step 5: Add 3 sliced scallions and cook for another 1-2 minutes until scallions are tender but retain some crunch. Remove from heat and serve immediately.