Delicious Chicken Stir Fry with Vegetables
This chicken stir fry is a vibrant explosion of flavors, combining tender chicken and fresh vegetables in a tangy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and will leave your family asking for seconds. With colorful ingredients and a satisfying crunch, it’s an unforgettable meal that brings everyone together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mixed colors)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 Tbsp cold water
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping all veggies into bite-sized pieces and slicing the chicken into thin strips.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch with cold water, and minced garlic; set aside.
- Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Toss in bell peppers, broccoli florets, and carrots. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir constantly until everything is well-coated and glossy (about 1-2 minutes).
- Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg