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Chicken Stir Fry

This Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and vibrant dish packed with tender chicken and colorful vegetables. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or sauces.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 People
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet or wok
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 spatula or wooden spoon
  • 1 bowl for marinating chicken

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 piece bell pepper, sliced (any color)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional)
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • as needed cooked rice or noodles for serving

Instructions
 

  • Begin by marinating the chicken. In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and let it sit for about 10 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.
  • Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and heat until it starts to shimmer.
  • Add the marinated chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Sauté for about 5-6 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and sliced carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes or until they are tender-crisp.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. If desired, add the oyster sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything together and stir-fry for an additional minute to heat through.
  • Serve the chicken stir fry hot over cooked rice or noodles.

Notes

Feel free to customize this stir fry by adding other vegetables like snap peas, zucchini, or mushrooms.
Adjust the amount of soy sauce and oyster sauce to your taste preference.
For a spicy kick, consider adding sliced chili peppers or a dash of chili sauce.