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Speedy Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry

A lightning-fast, flavor-packed stir-fry with tender chicken and crisp-tender vegetables in a savory sauce.

Prep
15 min
Cook
12 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Speedy Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry

When hunger strikes and time is short, this Speedy Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry swoops in to save the day! It’s ridiculously quick, utterly delicious, and adaptable to whatever vegetables you have on hand. Get ready to ditch the takeout and embrace this vibrant, healthy, and incredibly satisfying meal that's bursting with savory Asian-inspired flavors.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil, plus more if needed
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, thinly sliced or julienned
  • 3 green onions, chopped (whites and greens separated)
  • 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Stir-Fry Sauce

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tbsp chicken broth or water
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil

For Serving

  • Cooked rice or noodles
  • Sesame seeds (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together all Stir-Fry Sauce ingredients until smooth. Set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Add a splash more oil to the pan if needed. Add broccoli florets, red bell pepper, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the white parts of the green onions, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Give the stir-fry sauce a quick re-whisk, then pour it over the chicken and vegetables. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything nicely.

  5. Step 5

    Remove from heat and stir in the green parts of the green onions. Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.

Tips

  • Prep all your ingredients (chop veggies, make sauce) before you start cooking, as stir-fries cook very quickly!
  • Feel free to swap chicken for pork, beef, tofu, or extra vegetables.
  • Add a handful of cashews or peanuts at the end for extra crunch.

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