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Chicken Stir Fry (Quick & Easy)

This chicken stir fry is a fast, flavorful one-pan meal made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory homemade stir-fry sauce. Better than takeout and ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main CourseCuisine: Asian-InspiredKeyword: Chicken Stir FryServings: 4

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken & Vegetables
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (or thighs), thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil avocado, vegetable, or canola
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas or carrots
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • Stir Fry Sauce
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil optional

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, toss sliced chicken with 2 tablespoons cornstarch until coated.
  2. Whisk all stir-fry sauce ingredients together and set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  4. Add chicken in a single layer and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  5. Add remaining oil, then stir-fry vegetables until tender-crisp.
  6. Add garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Return chicken to the pan. Pour in sauce and toss until thickened and glossy.
  8. Remove from heat and serve immediately.