This Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick, healthy, and colorful meal that brings together tender chicken and crisp vegetables in a flavorful sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish pairs well with steamed rice, noodles, or even as a low-carb option wrapped in lettuce leaves.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips 🍗
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce 🥄
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch 🌾
- 1 tablespoon olive oil 🛢️
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil 🛢️
- 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 small onion, sliced 🧅
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips 🌶️
- 1 cup broccoli florets 🥦
- 1 medium carrot, julienned 🥕
- 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds 🥒
- 1 cup snap peas 🥗
For the Stir-Fry Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce 🥄
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional) 🦪
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 🥄
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar 🍯
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 🥄
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil 🛢️
- 1/4 cup water 💧
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water for slurry) 🌾
📝 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chicken:
- Marinate the chicken:
- In a bowl, combine the chicken strips with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
2. Prepare the Stir-Fry Sauce:
- Mix the sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, honey (or brown sugar), rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water. Set aside. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Set aside.
3. Cook the Chicken:
- Sear the chicken:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Cook the Vegetables:
- Stir-fry the vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the garlic and onions, stir-frying for 1 minute. Then, add the red bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Combine and Serve:
- Add the sauce:
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the stir-fry sauce over the chicken and veggies, stirring to coat evenly.
- Thicken the sauce:
- Pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.
- Serve:
- Serve the Chicken Stir-Fry over steamed rice or noodles, and enjoy!
⏱️ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 350-400 kcal per serving
This Chicken Stir-Fry is not only bursting with flavors but also packed with nutrients from the variety of veggies. It’s an ideal quick-fix meal that satisfies both your taste buds and your nutrition needs! 🍗🥦🌶️