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Flavorful Chicken Stir Fry Recipe Easy Healthy Dinners with Fresh Veggies

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A quick and easy chicken stir fry packed with fresh vegetables and a savory, slightly sweet sauce, perfect for healthy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro or parsley

Instructions

  1. Slice 1 lb boneless chicken breasts thinly against the grain. Julienne or thinly slice carrot, slice red bell pepper, chop broccoli florets and snap peas. Mince garlic and grate ginger. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce (optional), honey, toasted sesame oil, black pepper, and cornstarch mixed with cold water. Stir and set aside.
  3. Heat wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Heat until hot but not smoking.
  4. Add sliced chicken in a single layer. Let sear without moving for 2 minutes, then stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until mostly cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add carrots and broccoli, stir-fry for 2 minutes. Then add bell pepper and snap peas, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until veggies are crisp-tender.
  7. Return chicken to the pan with veggies. Pour sauce over and stir quickly to coat. Cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes ingredients.
  8. Stir in sliced green onions and toss together. Adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or pepper if desired.
  9. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken; cook in batches if needed to maintain a good sear. Prep all ingredients before heating the pan for smooth cooking. Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. Stir-fry veggies in stages to keep them crisp. Mix cornstarch with cold water before adding to sauce to avoid watery consistency.

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Keywords: chicken stir fry, healthy dinner, quick dinner, fresh veggies, easy stir fry, weeknight meal, low sodium, lean protein

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