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Easy Chicken Stir Fry Recipe

Easy Chicken Stir Fry

A quick and delicious chicken stir fry that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet or Wok For cooking the stir fry.

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 /2 cup baby carrots, sliced
  • 2 tsp minced ginger
  • 2 cloves minced garlic

Stir Fry Sauce

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp cold water
  • 1 /4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 /4 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 /2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water. Add chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, toasted sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well combined. Set aside.
  • Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Add broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. Add ginger and garlic, cook for an additional minute.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
  • Whisk the stir fry sauce again and pour it over the chicken and vegetables. Gently stir to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, and let it boil for one minute.
  • Serve with rice and/or chow mein if desired. For added flavor, sprinkle some sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, you can sprinkle some sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top before serving.
Keyword Easy Chicken Stir Fry Recipe