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High Protein Chicken Stir Fry - Fast, Flavorful, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.25 pounds (560 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for coating the chicken)
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce (for marinating the chicken)
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil (such as avocado, canola, or peanut), divided
  • 1 red bell pepper, thin strips
  • 1 small broccoli crown, cut into small florets
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion, thin wedges
  • 2 cups snow peas or sugar snap peas, trimmed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or grated
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds (optional garnish)
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (or extra soy sauce if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar in a pinch)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth (or water)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch (to thicken the sauce)

Method
 

  1. Prep the chicken: In a bowl, toss sliced chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Let it sit while you prep the veggies, about 10 minutes.
  2. Whisk the sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and 2 teaspoons cornstarch. Set aside.
  3. Heat the pan: Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and let it get hot until shimmering.
  4. Sear the chicken: Cook chicken in a single layer (work in batches if needed) for 3–4 minutes, stirring once or twice, until lightly browned and just cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Stir-fry the veggies: Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Toss in onion, carrot, and broccoli. Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until starting to soften.
  6. Add quick-cook veggies: Add bell pepper and snow peas. Stir-fry another 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
  7. Add aromatics: Push veggies to the sides. Add garlic and ginger to the center. Stir 20–30 seconds until fragrant.
  8. Combine and sauce: Return chicken and any juices to the pan. Give the sauce a quick stir, then pour it in. Toss everything for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats.
  9. Finish: Taste and adjust with a splash of soy sauce or a pinch of honey. Sprinkle green onions and sesame seeds.
  10. Serve: Spoon over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice. Enjoy hot.