Oyster Sauce Chicken

This quick and flavorful Oyster Sauce Chicken is one of those easy weeknight dinners that’s way better than takeout. It’s loaded with tender strips of chicken, crisp celery, and roasted peanuts tossed in a savory sauce with just the right amount of heat.

 

😍Why You’ll Love It

This chicken with oyster sauce recipe is fast, satisfying, and perfect for when you’re craving something bold but don’t want to spend all night in the kitchen. Everything cooks in one pan, and the ingredients are super pantry-friendly. It’s kind of like a stir-fry meets comfort food, and the leftovers are great (if you have any).

✅What You’ll Need

• Chicken breasts – Boneless, skinless, and sliced thin so they cook quickly and stay tender.
• Cornstarch – Helps give the chicken that light coating and locks in moisture.
• Garlic – Go heavy on it. It brings so much flavor to the base of the sauce.
• Celery – Sliced on the diagonal for extra crunch and visual appeal.
• Dry sherry or Shaoxing wine – Adds depth and that signature stir-fry aroma.
• Oyster sauce – The star of the dish. Rich, salty-sweet, and packed with umami.
• Soy sauce – Use low-sodium so the sauce doesn’t overpower everything.
• Red pepper flakes – Totally optional, but adds a subtle kick.
• Roasted peanuts – For crunch and a hint of nuttiness.
• Toasted sesame oil – Just a splash at the end adds incredible flavor.

🔪How to Make Oyster Sauce Chicken

This is a quick rundown—full instructions are below in the recipe card.

Toss the chicken with cornstarch and pepper.

Heat the oil in a work.

Add the chicken and cook for 2 minutes.

Throw in the celery, garlic and wine, then cook until crisp-tender.

Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and red pepper flakes.

Finish with peanuts and toasted sesame oil. Done!

👨‍🍳Helpful Tips

• You can swap chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer something even juicier.
• Don’t skip the cornstarch—it gives the sauce something to cling to.
• If you don’t have Shaoxing wine, dry sherry or even a splash of rice vinegar can work in a pinch.

🍽️What to Serve with It

Serve this over steamed jasmine rice, or scoop it into lettuce cups for something lighter. It also pairs well with simple stir-fried greens or a cucumber salad on the side.

✨Variations

• Add sliced red bell peppers or snap peas for extra color and crunch.
• Swap peanuts for cashews.
• Make it spicy with more chili flakes or a dash of sriracha.

🗄️Leftovers and Storage

This chicken with oyster sauce keeps well in the fridge for 2–3 days. Just reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until warmed through.

If you give this oyster sauce chicken a try, we’d love to hear how it turned out! Don’t forget to rate the recipe ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — it helps so much and lets others know it’s a keeper!

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