Description
This Chicken Stir Fry recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken and crisp vegetables are stir-fried in a savory sauce, creating a delicious meal that pairs perfectly with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Chicken Stir Fry:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snow peas or snap peas
- 2 carrots (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
Sauce:
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth and set aside.
- Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Vegetables: Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Stir-fry broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and snow peas for 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 more minute.
- Combine: Return the chicken to the pan. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is well coated and heated through.
- Serve: Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- You can swap in any vegetables like mushrooms, baby corn, or zucchini. For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or sriracha.