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Easy Quick Stir-Fry Recipe with Crispy Veggies and Tender Chicken Perfect for Weeknights

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A quick and easy stir-fry featuring crispy vegetables and tender chicken, perfect for busy weeknights and packed with bold, balanced flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or peanut oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (can substitute with hoisin for vegetarian)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Optional: a pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken breasts into thin strips about 1/4-inch thick. Toss with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and a pinch of black pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Wash and dry all vegetables. Slice red bell pepper, julienne carrot, cut broccoli into small florets, and trim snap peas if using. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
  3. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir in cornstarch slurry and set aside.
  4. Heat wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable or peanut oil and swirl to coat.
  5. Add marinated chicken in a single layer. Cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  6. In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic and ginger for 15 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add bell pepper, carrot, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  8. Return chicken to pan. Pour sauce over chicken and veggies. Stir and cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything.
  9. Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Use high heat and do not overcrowd the pan to keep vegetables crisp. If sauce thickens too quickly, add a splash of water. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari and ensure oyster sauce is gluten-free or use alternatives.

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