Coffee-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

Name: Coffee-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: Ingredients for 1 person:; 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon instant coffee grounds; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup milk; 1 cup mushrooms, sliced; Salt and pepper to taste

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20 minTotal time

MediumDifficulty

280kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

Ingredients for 1 person:
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon instant coffee grounds
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup milk
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste

Ingredient substitutions

Chicken breast Boneless, skinless chicken thigh, sliced thinly
Milk Unsweetened, unflavored soy milk
Mushrooms An equal amount of sliced cremini mushrooms

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 280 kcal

Protein38 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Fat8 g

Fiber 2 g · Sugar 6 g · Sodium 450 mg

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A healthy and flavorful Asian-inspired breakfast dish featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a touch of coffee for a unique twist. Perfect to kickstart your day with a burst of energy!

Breakfast Dish Asian Healthy

Steps

Steps:
In a small bowl, mix together the coffee grounds, minced garlic, and milk until well combined.
Season the chicken slices with salt and pepper.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken slices. Cook for 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour the coffee-garlic mixture over it.
Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken and mushrooms.
Remove from heat and serve hot.

Tips for Coffee-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

Thin, evenly cut chicken cooks quickly; pieces should look opaque throughout, with no translucent centers.
The sauce should cling in a light coating; cooking it too long can make the milk sauce reduce excessively.
Use a broad skillet so mushrooms have room to release moisture and brown rather than steam.

Drink pairing

A crisp, dry cider
Its bright fruitiness complements the earthy mushrooms and balances the savory coffee-garlic sauce.

0% option: Sparkling apple juice

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3–4 days. Reheat until steaming hot; the sauce may thicken after chilling.

Frequently asked questions

How can I tell when the chicken is cooked?

The slices should be opaque all the way through, without translucent or glossy centers.

Can I make this ahead?

It is best freshly cooked, but you can slice the chicken and mushrooms and mix the sauce ingredients shortly ahead; keep them refrigerated separately.

Why did my sauce become grainy or separate?

Milk can separate if the pan is very hot or the sauce cooks too long. Keep the finishing cook brief and remove the pan once the sauce lightly coats the ingredients.