When you’re short on time but still want a flavorful, nutritious dinner, this chicken stir fry is the answer. Loaded with colorful veggies and tender chicken, it’s quick, healthy, and delicious.
🔥 Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🍽️ Cook Time: 15 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 25 minutes | 🍴 Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions:
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the veggies: In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the garlic, onion, bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot for 3-4 minutes, until tender-crisp.
- Combine: Add the chicken back into the pan, then pour the sauce over the mixture. Stir well to coat everything in the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
“Quick, colorful, and packed with protein—this chicken stir fry is the perfect meal for a busy night!”
Tips & Variations:
- Add some crunch: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving for extra texture.
- Use different veggies: Feel free to swap in your favorite stir-fry veggies like snap peas, mushrooms, or spinach.
- Make it spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or drizzle some chili sauce for heat.
Nutrition Information
Per serving:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 30g
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