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Easy Chicken and Shrimp Recipes​


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  • Author: Katherine
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Easy Chicken and Shrimp Stir-Fry is the perfect quick, healthy dinner for busy nights. Packed with colorful veggies, tender chicken, juicy shrimp, and a savory homemade sauce, it’s ready in under 30 minutes and totally family-approved!


Ingredients

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For the Stir-Fry:

1 pound boneless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 red bell pepper

3 ½ ounces shiitake mushrooms

1 medium red onion

1 clove garlic

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 pound large shrimp

4 ounces baby spinach

For the Sauce:

3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

2 teaspoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon water

1 teaspoon brown sugar

1 teaspoon cornstarch

1 teaspoon sriracha hot sauce


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken
    Cut the chicken into cubes or thin slices. Season with salt and pepper, then toss with cornstarch for a light coating.

  2. Prep the Vegetables
    Slice the red bell pepper, shiitake mushrooms, and red onion. Peel and finely chop the garlic.

  3. Cook the Chicken
    Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the chicken and sauté until fully cooked and lightly browned, about 9 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

  4. Mix the Sauce
    In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, brown sugar, cornstarch, and sriracha. Set aside.

  5. Cook the Shrimp
    Add the shrimp to the same skillet. Sauté for about 2 minutes, until pink and opaque. Remove from the pan and set aside with the chicken.

  6. Sauté the Vegetables
    Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan. Stir-fry the red bell pepper, mushrooms, red onion, and garlic until softened and slightly browned, about 7-9 minutes.

  7. Combine Everything
    Return the chicken and shrimp (plus any juices) to the skillet. Add the baby spinach in batches, stirring until just wilted.

  8. Add the Sauce
    Whisk the sauce again and pour it into the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring until the spinach is fully wilted and everything is evenly coated.

  9. Serve
    Serve hot over rice, noodles, or as is for a low-carb option!

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.

  • Don’t overcook the shrimp — they only need 2 minutes!

  • Feel free to add extra vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, or carrots.

  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Reheat gently on the stovetop for best texture (microwaving can make shrimp rubbery).

  • Add more sriracha if you love a spicy kick!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Easy Chicken Recipes
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg