Description
This balanced stir-fry is the ultimate solution for a quick and nutritious weeknight dinner. By utilizing a high-heat technique, juicy chicken is seared to perfection and paired with vibrant, crisp-tender broccoli, carrots, and peppers. The savory, thickened sauce ties everything together, creating a restaurant-quality meal that satisfies the whole family. With a total preparation and cooking time of under thirty minutes, this recipe is as efficient as it is delicious, proving that wholesome home cooking can fit perfectly into any busy schedule.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups broccoli florets
1 large red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup carrot, sliced into rounds
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat.
Add chicken pieces and sear until browned and cooked through, then remove from the pan.
Add broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper to the same pan and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Return the chicken to the pan.
Pour in soy sauce and honey, tossing to coat evenly.
Add the cornstarch mixture and cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and glazes the ingredients.
Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Notes
To keep the chicken tender, do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. For extra crunch, add snow peas or baby corn. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Meals
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired