Main dish

Garlic Tofu and Chicken Skillet

Name: Garlic Tofu and Chicken Skillet
Prep time: 9 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 21 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Taiwanese home cooking
Ingredients: Chicken breast 220g; Firm tofu 0.5block; Garlic 3cloves

Chicken breast and tofu in one pan—garlic and soy glaze, high-protein home main.

Total 21 min Skillet Easy 2 servings

Skillet High-protein mealsLighter meals

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Pan-fry tofu until lightly crisp before tossing with chicken for better texture layers.

Steps

How to make it

Prep 9 min · Cook 12 min

Cube chicken and tofu; mince garlic.
Pan-fry tofu until golden on both sides; set aside.
Fresh oil in pan; stir-fry garlic and chicken until cooked; return tofu; soy sauce and salt; reduce briefly.
Plate with rice or noodles while hot; let rest 1 minute before serving.
Prep ingredients as listed; keep proteins, vegetables, and sauces in separate bowls.

Tips & storage

Make it easier

Keep chicken cubes moderate size for even doneness.

Refrigerate 1 day; reheat quickly in a hot pan.

Substitutions

Mushrooms instead of tofu.

Optional add-ins

+King oyster mushroom+Baby corn+Bell pepper

FAQ

Will it be too salty?

Start with half the soy sauce and adjust.

Good for lunchboxes?

Yes—a solid bento protein main.

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