Chifa de Pollo (Peruvian-Chinese Chicken Stir-Fry)

Peruvian-Chinese Chicken Stir-Fry, also known as Chifa de Pollo, is a delicious fusion dish that combines the flavors of Chinese stir-fry with Peruvian ingredients. This dish is a popular part of the unique Peruvian-Chinese cuisine, which developed from the influence of Chinese immigrants in Peru.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Peruvian-Chinese Stir Fry Chifa Chicken
Chifa de Pollo (Peruvian-Chinese Chicken Stir-Fry)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • Cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
  3. Heat the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil in the wok. Add the bell peppers, snap peas, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and coated in the sauce.
  5. Stir in the sliced green onions. Remove from heat.
  6. Serve the Peruvian-Chinese Chicken Stir-Fry over cooked white rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Small bowl Measuring spoons Measuring cup Spatula

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Garnish with additional sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an extra kick of heat, add a teaspoon of sriracha or chili garlic sauce to the sauce mixture.

Cost

$15