Description
Chicken Veggie Stir Fry is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings together tender chicken and a medley of colorful vegetables, making it an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners. This recipe not only satisfies your taste buds but also offers a nutritious meal that can be customized to suit your preferences. Bursting with freshness and aroma, each bite transports you to the bustling streets of Southeast Asia, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 lb)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Wash and chop all vegetables and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add Vegetables: Mix in bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Create the Sauce: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch mixture. Pour over stir-fry and cook for another 2-3 minutes until coated.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg