Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil, divided
– 1 1/4 pounds (about 567 g) boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
– 2 cups broccoli florets
– 1 red bell pepper, seeded, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
– 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
– 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
– 3 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
– 2 teaspoons cornstarch
– 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
– 1/3 cup toasted cashews or almonds
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: cooked brown rice for serving
Instructions
1-Begin by preparing all your ingredients to make the cooking process smooth and efficient. This Spicy Chicken Stir Fry takes just 15 minutes to prep, so start by cutting the 1 1/4 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breast into 1-inch pieces and chopping the vegetables like the yellow onion, red bell pepper, and broccoli florets. Mince the fresh ginger and measure out the soy sauce, honey, and chili garlic sauce to have everything ready at hand.
2-Heat 1 teaspoon of the divided vegetable or olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and sautรฉ the finely chopped yellow onion for 3-4 minutes until it softens and lightly browns. Next, add the 2 cups of broccoli florets along with 1 tablespoon of water, cooking for about 3 minutes until the broccoli becomes tender.
3-Stir in the red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces and the 2 teaspoons of minced fresh ginger, cooking for 2 minutes until the peppers soften. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then transfer the vegetables to a plate and cover them to keep warm.
4-Wipe the pan clean and add the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked through. Return the vegetables to the pan with the chicken.
5-In a small bowl, mix together the 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 2 teaspoons of chili garlic sauce. In another bowl, whisk the 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of cold water to create a slurry.
6-Combine the cornstarch mixture with the soy sauce mixture, then pour it into the pan with the chicken and vegetables. Increase the heat to high, bring it to a boil, and cook for 30 seconds until the sauce thickens nicely.
7-Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sliced green onions and 1/3 cup of toasted cashews or almonds on top before serving. This step adds a nice crunch and flavor boost, and you can serve it with cooked brown rice if desired for a complete meal.
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๐ Substitute chicken breasts with boneless skinless chicken thighs for a juicier, more flavorful result
๐ฝ Add extra vegetables like zucchini, snap peas, or mushrooms to increase the nutritional value and add more color to your dish
๐ฅ Adjust the spice level by reducing or increasing the chili garlic sauce, or omit it entirely for a milder version that’s still full of flavor
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Healthy option
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 326
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1061mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
