Description
A quick and easy chicken stir-fry recipe with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a savory sauce. Perfect for a healthy, homemade meal in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, sliced thin
- 1 bell pepper (red, green, or yellow), sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1/2 cup snow peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
- 2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the chicken into thin strips and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, chicken broth, cornstarch, honey or brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables: In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil and toss in garlic and ginger. Stir for a few seconds until fragrant, then add the vegetables. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and pour in the sauce. Stir well to coat everything evenly and let it simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha for extra heat.
- Low-Carb Version: Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
- Vegetarian Option: Substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh.
- Different Proteins: Try shrimp, beef, or pork instead of chicken.
- Extra Crunch: Toss in cashews or peanuts for added texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keywords: Chicken stir-fry, easy stir-fry, healthy stir-fry, quick dinner, homemade takeout