chicken stir fry
This chicken stir fry is quick, flavorful, and easy to make! Tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory stir-fry sauce come together in one pan for a delicious and healthy meal.
Ingredients
For the Stir Fry:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin
- 2 cups mixed vegetables bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snap peas
- 2 tablespoons oil sesame or vegetable
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
For the Stir Fry Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice chicken into thin strips and season with salt and pepper.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Stir Fry the Vegetables: Add more oil if needed. Sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute, then add vegetables. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken to the pan, pour in sauce, and stir. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.