Some meals come together with very little fuss—and this is one of them. Inspired by ingredients often found at local Redwood Empire Food Bank distributions, this recipe is easy to make and full of comforting flavor.
With tender chicken, crisp bok choy, and sweet carrots, all brought together in a light teriyaki glaze, this dish is a great way to turn a few everyday ingredients into a balanced, satisfying meal. Serve it over warm rice and you’ve just checked dinner off the list!
Ingredients:
- 4 Chicken Legs
- 1 bunch Bok Choy
- 2 Carrots, sliced
- ½ Onion, thick slices
- 2–3 cloves Garlic, chopped
- 1–2 Tbsp Oil (olive, vegetable, or your preferred kind)
- Salt, pepper, garlic salt (or your favorite seasoning)
- Optional: Teriyaki Sauce
- Optional: Steamed white rice, for serving
Tip: No teriyaki sauce on hand? Try mixing a bit of soy sauce, sugar or honey, and vinegar for a quick alternative.
Instructions:
- Blanch the Bok Choy: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the bok choy and cook for 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water to keep it crisp and bright. Set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic and Onion: In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion and cook for 1–2 minutes, just until they soften and release their aroma.
- Brown the Chicken: Add the chicken to the pan and season with salt, pepper, and garlic salt. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the outside is lightly browned.
- Add the Vegetables: Stir in the sliced carrots and blanched bok choy (cut the stalks if you prefer smaller pieces). Cook together for a few more minutes.
- Optional Sauce: Add teriyaki sauce if using, and let everything simmer until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors come together.
- Serve: Spoon over steamed white rice and enjoy.
Final Thoughts:
This dish is a great example of how a few fresh, simple ingredients can turn into something truly satisfying. Whether you’re cooking for your family or just for yourself, meals like this show that cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious. It’s flexible, flavorful, and made with what’s already in your kitchen—just the way everyday cooking should be.
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