Best 8 Spicy Stir Fry Chicken And Asparagus Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a fiery symphony of flavors in this tantalizing Spicy Stir-Fry Chicken and Asparagus dish. Succulent chicken pieces and crisp asparagus spears are coated in a vibrant, piquant sauce that delivers a delightful balance of heat and savoriness. This recipe promises an easy-to-follow guide to create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own kitchen.

In addition to the main recipe, this comprehensive article offers a collection of equally enticing stir-fry variations. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the vibrant flavors of Spicy Szechuan Tofu Stir-Fry, the aromatic delight of Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry, or the classic comfort of Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry. Each recipe is carefully crafted to provide a unique taste experience, catering to diverse preferences and dietary needs.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TURMERIC-BLACK PEPPER CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS



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In this sweet and spicy stir-fry, black pepper, honey and rice vinegar help accentuate turmeric's delightfully earthy qualities. Thinly sliced asparagus doesn't need much time to cook, but feel free to swap with any other vegetables that cook in just a few minutes, like thinly sliced green beans, frozen peas or baby spinach. Serve this with rice or rice vermicelli noodles, or tuck it into a lettuce cup or pita with yogurt and fresh herbs. You could also trade the chicken for tofu, shrimp or cubed pork shoulder.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, quick, weekday, poultry, vegetables, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons honey
3/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon coconut or canola oil
12 ounces asparagus, trimmed and thinly sliced on an angle
1 teaspoon unseasoned rice vinegar or soy sauce
1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, stir together 1/4 cup water with the honey, pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt; set honey mixture aside.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, turmeric and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the chicken and toss until coated.
  • In a medium (10-inch) nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the chicken and cook until the turmeric is fragrant and the chicken is golden brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add the asparagus, season with salt, stir to combine and cook until crisp-tender, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the honey mixture and cook, stirring, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the vinegar, if using. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with lime squeezed over top, if you like.

SIMPLE SPICY ASPARAGUS IN A WOK



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Asparagus doesn't have to be treated as a delicate, fragile thing, napped only with butter or creamy sauces, or served plain with olive oil and salt. That's fine for the first week or two of the season, but then it's time to dial up the interest factor and add some spice. Asparagus actually stands up quite well to aggressive flavors. A quick toss in a hot wok with garlic, ginger and chiles doesn't overwhelm it at all, at least if you don't overcook the spears. Instead, the vegetable's sweetness becomes accentuated by contrast.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 pounds asparagus, medium- or pencil-size
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 small dried red peppers
Salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon Chinese chile paste
1 teaspoon grated garlic
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 jalapeño or serrano chile, finely chopped
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 cup roughly chopped cilantro
3 green onions, slivered
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Snap off and discard bottoms of asparagus, then cut into 2-inch pieces (halve thicker pieces lengthwise first).
  • Set wok over high heat and add vegetable oil. Add dried peppers and let sizzle, then add asparagus, tossing well to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry for a minute or so, then add chile paste, garlic, ginger, orange zest and jalapeño. Continue cooking over high heat for a minute, maybe less, until asparagus is cooked but still firm and bright green. (It will continue cooking off the heat.)
  • Mound asparagus on a serving platter and drizzle with sesame oil. Sprinkle cilantro, green onion and sesame seeds over the top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 115, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 481 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHICKEN STIR-FRY WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE



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"How do I make chicken interesting?" is a question people often ask me. Here's your answer. I love making a double batch of this sauce and keeping it in the door of the fridge for a day when I need something tasty in a pinch. Don't like spice? Simply omit the hot sauce and the red pepper flakes. You can also sub thinly sliced lean beef for the chicken or just make it a stir-fry with all vegetables...

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 knob ginger, grated (to equal about 1 tablespoon)
5 large cloves garlic, grated
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons canola oil
12 to 15 small red radishes, quartered, plus 1 loose cup radish greens, coarsely chopped
1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips
1 cup frozen peas
Zest and juice from 1 small lime

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the peanut butter with the soy sauce, vinegar, honey, hot sauce, sesame oil, ginger, two-thirds of the garlic and 2 tablespoons warm water until smooth. (If the sauce is too thick, thin with a little more warm water.) Set aside.
  • Arrange the pieces of chicken on a baking sheet in a single layer. Sprinkle on one side with salt and the red pepper flakes. Turn the pieces on their other side and sprinkle again with salt.
  • Heat a large heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat. Add half of the oil and heat until it begins to smoke. Remove the skillet from the heat and quickly add half of the chicken pieces in a single layer. Return the pan to high heat and cook, stirring from time to time, until the chicken is fully cooked, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and repeat with the remaining oil and chicken.
  • In the same skillet, stir in the remaining garlic, radishes, radish greens and peppers and season with salt. Mix so the radish greens wilt. Stir in the peanut sauce and simmer for an additional minute. Taste for seasoning. Stir in the peas and the chicken. Turn off the heat and let rest a couple of minutes on the stove. Top with a few grates of lime zest and the juice.

ASPARAGUS AND CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 32m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 breasts)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (2-inch) piece peeled fresh ginger, cut into thin matchsticks
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch plus 1 teaspoon
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon dry sherry
3/4 cup chicken broth, low-sodium canned, or homemade or water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 bunches medium asparagus (about 2 pounds), woody stems trimmed, sliced into 1-inch pieces
1 bunch scallions (white and green parts), thinly sliced
Serving suggestion: Brown or white rice

Steps:

  • Freeze the chicken breasts for 20 to 30 minutes and then thinly slice the chicken against the grain into strips. Toss the strips with about half the garlic and ginger, the soy sauce, sugar, 1 teaspoon of the cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and the sherry in a bowl. Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes. Mix the remaining cornstarch with the broth.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add the asparagus, scallions, remaining garlic, ginger, 1/4 cup of water, and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir-fry until the asparagus is bright green but still crisp, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Heat the same skillet until very hot, then add remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add the chicken and stir-fry until it loses its raw color and gets a little brown, about 3 minutes. Return the asparagus to the pan and toss to heat through. Stir in the reserved cornstarch mixture and bring to a full boil to thicken. Mound the stir-fry on a serving platter or divide among 4 plates; serve with rice.

STIR-FRIED SPICY ASPARAGUS



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Holding out for regional produce may seem absurdly romantic, or a little stubborn, but there's no denying the thrill when, after months of apples, potatoes and sturdy greens, suddenly asparagus appears in full force at the market. Finally, spring has arrived.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds pencil-thin asparagus (or substitute small or medium asparagus, split lengthwise)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt and pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 serrano or other fresh hot chile, finely chopped
A large handful of basil, mint and cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Snap off and discard the tough bottoms of each asparagus spear. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch lengths
  • In a wok or cast-iron skillet, heat the oil until nearly smoking. Add the asparagus, season generously with salt and pepper and stir well, making sure the asparagus is coated and glistening with oil. Continue to stir-fry over high heat for about 1 minute, until the asparagus looks bright green and barely cooked. Add the garlic, ginger and chile and stir-fry for 30 seconds more.
  • Transfer to a serving platter and scatter leaves on top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 52, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 308 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPICY CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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"This zesty dish tastes so special we save it for family birthdays," relates Debbie Long of Elburn, Illinois. "It's simple, and it doesn't keep me in the kitchen all evening."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
3 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound fresh broccoli florets
1-1/2 cups sliced onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 teaspoon cornstarch until smooth. Add chicken; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes. , In a large skillet or wok, combine chicken and pepper flakes; stir-fry over medium-high heat in 2 tablespoons of oil for 5 minutes or until meat juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. , Stir-fry the broccoli, onion and garlic in remaining oil for 5-8 minutes or until tender. , In a small bowl, combine the broth, ginger and remaining soy sauce and cornstarch; stir until smooth. Add to the skillet; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken and walnuts; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 33g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 896mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

CHICKEN, MUSHROOM, AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY



Chicken, Mushroom, and Asparagus Stir-Fry image

Make and share this Chicken, Mushroom, and Asparagus Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gail Blue Eyes

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
2 tablespoons oil
1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch strips
1 lb asparagus spear, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2 inch wedges
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup purchased stir-fry sauce
1/4 cup oyster sauce

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions.
  • Let 1 tablespoon oil get hot in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes or until chicken is not pink.
  • Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • Add the other tablespoon oil to skillet.
  • Stir-fry asparagus, onion, and garlic for 3 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms and stir fry 3 more minutes.
  • Add water, cover and steam 2-3 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
  • In a little bowl, mix together the stir-fry sauce and oyster sauce.
  • Add sauce to skillet and also add the chicken back to the skillet.
  • Stir-fry a minute or so until heated.
  • Serve over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.3, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 1062.4, Carbohydrate 53.6, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 5.5, Protein 32.4

SWEET AND SPICY STIR FRY WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



Sweet and Spicy Stir Fry with Chicken and Broccoli image

Garlic, crushed red pepper, and chili paste add heat; hoisin sauce and ginger sweeten the deal. Great served over jasmine rice!

Provided by amanda1432

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups broccoli florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch strips
¼ cup sliced green onions
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon chile paste
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the chicken, green onions, and garlic until the chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.
  • Stir the hoisin sauce, chile paste, and soy sauce into the skillet; season with ginger, red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the chicken stock and simmer about 2 minutes. Mix in the steamed broccoli until coated with the sauce mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 36.2 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 606.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured out. This will help you stay organized and ensure that your stir-fry is cooked evenly.
  • Use a hot pan: A well-seasoned wok or large skillet is ideal for stir-frying. Heat the pan over high heat until it is just smoking before adding the oil.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Stir-fries are best cooked in small batches. If you overcrowd the pan, the food will steam instead of fry and will not brown properly.
  • Stir constantly: Use a spatula or wooden spoon to stir the food constantly. This will help to prevent the food from burning and will also help to evenly distribute the sauce.
  • Cook the chicken first: Chicken takes longer to cook than the vegetables, so it is best to cook it first. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pan and set it aside.
  • Add the vegetables: Add the vegetables to the pan and stir-fry until they are tender-crisp. This usually takes only a few minutes.
  • Return the chicken to the pan: Once the vegetables are cooked, return the chicken to the pan and stir-fry for a minute or two to heat it through.
  • Add the sauce: Finally, add the sauce to the pan and stir-fry for a minute or two until the sauce has thickened and the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated.

Conclusion:

This spicy stir-fry chicken and asparagus recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the asparagus is crispy and bright, and the sauce is spicy and addictive. Serve this stir-fry over rice or noodles, or simply enjoy it on its own.

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