Description
This Easy Chicken Stir Fry recipe is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breast paired with crisp broccoli, colorful bell peppers, and shredded carrots comes together in a savory, slightly sweet sauce made of soy, honey, and ginger. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a healthy and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed on its own or served over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3 boneless chicken breasts, diced into 1 inch pieces
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets, diced into bite size pieces
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
Sauce & Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, chicken broth, soy sauce, and honey until smooth. Set aside to use later.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a separate plate.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Reduce heat to medium-high and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add broccoli florets, yellow and red bell peppers, and shredded carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in ground ginger and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes more until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, and allow it to boil for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle the stir fry with sesame seeds. Serve immediately as is, or over steamed rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the vegetables.
- To make this dish gluten-free, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts for a juicier texture.
- Cook vegetables just until tender-crisp to retain their color and nutrients.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Easy chicken stir fry, quick chicken recipe, healthy chicken dinner, Asian chicken stir fry, weeknight meals, chicken and vegetables, savory honey soy sauce
