Easy Chicken Stir-Fry with Colorful Veggies

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Looking for a quick, healthy, and super tasty dinner? This Chicken Stir-Fry is your answer! It’s packed with flavor, loaded with colorful vegetables, and comes together in no time. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients Needed

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium is great)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or other high-heat oil like canola or peanut)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snow peas or snap peas
  • 1/2 cup sliced carrots
  • Optional: Cooked rice or noodles for serving
  • Optional: Sesame seeds for garnish

Step By Step Making

  1. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, prepare your vegetables. Wash and chop everything so it’s ready to go.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the marinated chicken to the hot skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until it’s browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  5. Add the sesame oil to the same skillet. Then, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add the harder vegetables first: broccoli florets and carrots. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften slightly.
  7. Add the bell peppers and snow peas. Continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp. You want them to still have a little bite.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables.
  9. Stir everything together to combine and heat through for about 1-2 minutes.
  10. Serve the chicken stir-fry immediately over cooked rice or noodles, if desired. Garnish with sesame seeds if you like.

Nutritional Value (Approximate per serving, without rice/noodles)

Protein: 30-35g

Calories: 300-350

Carbs: 15-20g

Health Benefits

This chicken stir-fry is a fantastic way to get a good dose of lean protein from the chicken, which is essential for building and repairing muscles. The variety of colorful vegetables provides a wide range of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Fiber aids digestion and helps you feel full, while vitamins and antioxidants support overall health and boost your immune system. The use of lean protein and plenty of vegetables makes this a balanced and satisfying meal.

Disclaimer: This recipe information is provided by umernews.com for general informational purposes only.

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