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The Best Chicken Stir Fry Quick, Healthy, and Packed with Flavor

The Best Chicken Stir Fry

A quick, flavorful, and flexible chicken stir fry made with simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving a healthy, comforting meal without the fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast thinly sliced
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snap peas
  • 2-3 tbsp vegetable or sesame oil
Basic Stir Fry Sauce
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp chicken broth or water
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp honey or sugar
  • garlic and ginger optional, minced
Optional Toppings
  • sesame seeds
  • green onions sliced
  • lime juice or chili flakes optional, for flavor

Equipment

  • Wok or Nonstick Skillet

Method
 

  1. Prep your ingredients: slice chicken, chop vegetables, and mix the sauce in a bowl.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until mostly done.
  3. Push chicken to the side. Add another drizzle of oil and stir-fry the vegetables for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Pour in the sauce. Stir everything together until coated and heated through. Sauce should thicken.
  5. Serve hot over rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Notes

Customize with your favorite veggies or protein. Prep everything before starting — stir fry cooks fast!