Description
This Quick & Easy Chicken Stir-Fry recipe features tender chicken, fresh veggies, and a savory garlic-ginger sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a healthy and delicious meal packed with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, serve it over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice for a satisfying dinner!
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 tbsp cornstarch (for extra tenderness)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oil (sesame or vegetable)
1 cup broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 carrot, julienned
½ onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ginger, grated
For the Stir-Fry Sauce:
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Toss sliced chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch. Let sit for 10 minutes to marinate.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Veggies: In the same pan, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add onion, bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the veggies are crisp-tender.
- Make the Sauce & Combine: Stir in the cooked chicken and pour in the stir-fry sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve the stir-fry over steamed rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice. Enjoy the savory goodness!
Notes
Add extra crunch: Toss in cashews or peanuts for texture.
Change the protein: Swap chicken for shrimp, beef, or tofu.
Spice it up: Add more chili flakes or Sriracha to increase heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
