Description
Savor a quick and delicious chicken stir fry that packs vibrant vegetables and tender chicken into each bite. This easy recipe takes under 30 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Customize with your favorite veggies for a healthy, satisfying meal that bursts with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables and cutting the chicken into uniform sizes.
- Heat a wok or large pan over medium-high heat and add sesame oil. Once shimmering, add the chicken in a single layer and sear for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute before adding the bell peppers and broccoli. Stir-fry for about 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Mix soy sauce and ginger in a small bowl; pour over the stir-fried ingredients, tossing to coat evenly. Serve hot over rice or noodles if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Prep all ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking time. Feel free to substitute vegetables based on preference—snap peas, carrots, or zucchini work well. For added crunch, toss in roasted cashews or peanuts just before serving.