Description
Chicken Stir Fry is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables in a savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in under 30 minutes, this quick meal is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it a favorite for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop all vegetables.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Toss in broccoli, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender yet crisp.
- Pour in soy sauce and any additional spices; cook for an extra minute until heated through.
- Serve over rice or noodles, drizzling with remaining sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Customize your stir fry with seasonal vegetables or alternate proteins such as shrimp or tofu. For added crunch, consider tossing in nuts like cashews just before serving.