Chicken Stir-Fry with Vegetables (Printable Version)

Tender chicken and crisp vegetables tossed with fluffy rice in a savory stir-fry blend.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized strips

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
05 - 1 cup broccoli florets
06 - 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
07 - 2 spring onions, sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, peeled and grated

→ Sauce

10 - 4 tbsp soy sauce
11 - 2 tbsp oyster sauce or vegetarian alternative
12 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
13 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
14 - 1 tsp cornstarch
15 - 2 tsp brown sugar
16 - 2 tbsp water

→ For Serving

17 - 1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine or basmati rice
18 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
19 - Fresh cilantro or scallions, chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Cook the rice according to package instructions. Fluff and keep warm.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, cornstarch, brown sugar, and water. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry until just cooked and lightly golden, about 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
04 - Add more oil if needed. Sauté garlic, ginger, and all vegetables except spring onions for 3–4 minutes until vibrant and crisp-tender.
05 - Return chicken to pan. Pour sauce over chicken and vegetables, tossing to coat. Cook 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens.
06 - Stir in spring onions, adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and fresh herbs if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick and nutritious weeknight dinner
  • Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors for all ages
02 -
  • This recipe is naturally dairy-free and high in protein
  • Can easily be made gluten-free by substituting sauces
03 -
  • Prep ingredients ahead for even faster assembly
  • Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a delicious variation
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