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Quick Chicken Thigh Stir Fry Recipe

Name: Quick Chicken Thigh Stir Fry Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 300 g boneless chicken thighs (cut into 2cm strips); 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce (optional, for coloring); 2 clove garlic (minced); 2 tablespoon rice wine; 2 tablespoon cornstarch; 3/4 cup sliced onion; 1/4 cup shredded carrot; 3 tablespoon oil (divided); 2 tablespoon chopped spring onion; 1 tablespoon rice wine (for finishing)

Bymia larkspur October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

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Introduction

This Quick Chicken Thigh Stir Fry is a simple and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken strips combine with fresh vegetables and a savory sauce for a delightful meal ready in under 30 minutes.

The dish is served on a shallow white bowl with a light speckled rim, placed on a white marbled surface with a beige cloth underneath. The dish has three main layers: the bottom layer consists of sliced cooked white onions and thin orange carrot strips, giving a soft, translucent texture. The middle layer includes chunks of shiny, glazed golden-brown chicken with a slightly crispy surface. Scattered on top are bright green chopped scallions adding a fresh, crisp contrast. To the left, a small white bowl holds a dark soy-based sauce sprinkled with pale sesame seeds. In the upper right, a green glass bottle with a bottle cap lies on the surface. A fork is partially visible in the bottom right corner. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

300 g boneless chicken thighs, cut into 2cm strips
3/4 cup sliced onion
1/4 cup shredded carrot
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon dark soy sauce (for coloring, optional)
3 tablespoons rice wine
3 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons chopped spring onion
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, marinate the chicken with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, minced garlic, cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of rice wine for 15 minutes. Add one teaspoon of water if the mixture feels too dry.
Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the chicken strips, separating them as they cook. Cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Add 2 tablespoons of oil to the same pan. Stir fry the sliced onion and shredded carrot until wilted and cooked, approximately 5 minutes.
Step 4: Return the chicken and add the chopped spring onion to the pan. Stir fry over high heat for 20–30 seconds. Splash a tablespoon of rice wine into the pan, then turn off the heat and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a splash of sesame oil at the end of cooking.
Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast if you prefer a leaner option.
Add bell peppers or snap peas for more vegetable variety and crunch.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave to avoid drying out the chicken. Stir fry may lose some crispness when reheated, so enjoy fresh if possible.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of a dish with multiple layers. The top layer consists of shiny, glazed chicken pieces with a dark orange sauce coating them, giving a rich, smooth texture. Beneath the chicken, there are slices of cooked white onions with a semi-translucent, soft look, mixed with thin, curly carrot strips for a splash of light orange. Small bright green chopped scallions are sprinkled over the dish, adding a fresh contrast. All the food sits inside a shallow white bowl, and the background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken thighs for this recipe?

It’s best to use fresh or fully thawed chicken thighs to ensure even cooking and the best texture in the stir fry.

What can I substitute for rice wine?

If you don’t have rice wine, you can use dry sherry or a mild white wine as a substitute. Alternatively, a splash of chicken broth with a pinch of sugar can work in a pinch.