Sure! Here’s a delightful recipe for Sweet and Sour Chicken Shrimp Stir Fry that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends and family. With a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, this stir fry is quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Let’s dive into the details:
Sweet and Sour Chicken Shrimp Stir Fry
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
- 1/4 cup dark corn syrup
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced
- 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup snow peas, trimmed
- 1/4 cup sliced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts
- 1/4 cup sliced bamboo shoots
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions:
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In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, chicken broth, chicken bouillon, dark corn syrup, soy sauce, and red wine vinegar until smooth; set aside.
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In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, then stir-fry for 4-5 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet.
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Add the shrimp to the skillet and stir-fry just until they turn pink, about 3 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
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Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in the skillet. Add the sliced mushrooms and snow peas, and stir-fry for 1 minute.
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Add the sliced red bell pepper, water chestnuts, and bamboo shoots to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 1 minute.
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Give the cornstarch mixture a quick stir, then pour it into the skillet, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and simmer for 1 minute, until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Add the cooked chicken and shrimp back to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
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Serve the Sweet and Sour Chicken Shrimp Stir Fry immediately over hot cooked rice.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 371.1
- Fat: 17.9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.8g
- Cholesterol: 144.3mg
- Sodium: 1746mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.2g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 4.1g
- Protein: 38.1g
Enjoy this flavorful and colorful stir fry that’s packed with protein and veggies! It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser that you’ll want to make again and again. Serve it up for dinner tonight and watch it disappear in no time! 🍤🥦🌶️
