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Chicken Stir Fry

Chicken Stir Fry

The ultimate comfort food for busy nights, this Chicken Stir Fry is a colorful mix of tender chicken and fresh vegetables coated in a savory sauce. It's quick, easy to make, and sure to satisfy your cravings. Make it tonight for a delightful weeknight dinner!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups instant white rice
  • cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
  • 1 head broccoli, broken into florets
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into matchsticks
  • 1 red pepper, cut into matchsticks

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Prepare rice as directed on the box.
  2. In a medium bowl, make sauce by whisking together soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch until smooth. Add ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes and mix to combine. Reserve ⅓ of the marinade before adding the chicken and stir to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. In a large skillet or wok, over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Add broccoli, carrots, and peppers and cook for about 5 minutes, or until just tender. Remove veggies to a dish and set aside.
  4. Add remaining sesame oil in the skillet, and over medium-high heat, add chicken (minus the marinade) and cook for about 5 minutes, or until browned.
  5. Add veggies and the reserved marinade, bringing to a boil. Cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender.
  6. Serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Prep ahead: You can prep all the ingredients 1-2 days ahead of time and store them in separate containers in the fridge until you’re ready to cook.
  • Store leftovers: in an airtight container(s) in the fridge for 2-3 days or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave.