Description
A quick and flavorful Chicken Stir-Fry recipe made with tender chicken breast, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce, perfect for a nutritious weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
Sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Optional Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the thinly sliced chicken breast with salt and pepper. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot.
- Cook the chicken: Add the chicken to the hot pan and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and ginger and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the vegetables: Add the broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas to the pan. Stir-fry for about 4-6 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender but still vibrant.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine.
- Thicken the sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry to the pan and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables evenly.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Ensure chicken slices are uniform in thickness for even cooking.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables based on preference or seasonality.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity to control saltiness.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Use fresh ginger and garlic for best flavor.
