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Butter-Ponzu Chicken Stir-Fry

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A colorful and flavorful stir-fry made with chicken breast, Japanese long green onions, carrots, and shimeji mushrooms.

It’s quick to make and packed with a savory-sweet butter and ponzu glaze that pairs perfectly with rice

This simple and hearty dish is perfect for any busy day — give it a try!

Butter-Ponzu Chicken Stir-Fry
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COOKING TIME

15 minutes

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Rinaty
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Rinaty

About Me I was born and raised in Fukuoka in 1995. I love discovering delicious food just as much as I love eating it! As of January 2025, I’m grateful to have around 850,000 followers on Instagram—thank you so much for your amazing support. My Recipe Philosophy Through cooking, I hope to share many moments of happiness. Whether you’re someone who cooks daily for your family despite a busy schedule, or someone who wants to prepare a delicious meal for a loved one, I want my recipes to be your go-to. I focus on recipes that are easy to make using familiar ingredients and everyday seasonings found in any home. My dishes are not so much “fancy” in flavor as they are warm, home-style meals—simple, quick, and budget-friendly. I would be delighted if my recipes could bring a small sense of warmth and joy to both those who cook and those who eat. The happiness of making something tasty, the joy of hearing “It’s delicious!”, the smiles around the dining table, and the fun of cooking together with children—these are the heartwarming little moments I hope to deliver through my cooking."

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INGREDIENTS

SERVES 2

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.

  • 9 oz chicken breast
  • 2 /3 Japanese long green onion
  • 2 oz shimeji mushrooms
  • 1 /6 carrot, julienned
  • 1 tbsp. potato starch (or cornstarch)
  • 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • A
    2 tsp. sake
  • A
    1/2 tsp. grated garlic
  • A
    1/2 tsp. grated ginger
  • A
    salt and pepper, to taste
  • B
    1 tbsp. ponzu sauce
  • B
    1 tsp. sugar
  • B
    1 tsp. soy sauce
  • B
    1 tsp. mirin
  • B
    1 tsp. butter

INSTRUCTIONS

  • 1

    Cut the chicken into small bite-sized pieces. Place in a plastic bag and massage with the marinade ingredients (A) (sake, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper). Add potato starch and coat evenly. Cut the long green onion into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces, julienne the carrot, and separate the shimeji mushrooms.

    Butter-Ponzu Chicken Stir-Fry Process1
  • 2

    Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and green onions, and cook for 5–6 minutes until lightly browned.

    Butter-Ponzu Chicken Stir-Fry Process2
  • 3

    Add the shimeji mushrooms and carrots, stir-fry for about 2 minutes, then add the ingredients (B) (ponzu, sugar, soy sauce, mirin, and butter). Stir well until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.

    Butter-Ponzu Chicken Stir-Fry Process3

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Tips & Notes

・Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the onion — cook until tender.
・Ponzu adds a bright, citrusy flavor that balances the richness of the butter beautifully.

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