Classic Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry

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This classic chicken and veggie stir-fry is a quick, flavorful dish loaded with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, it pairs well with rice or noodles.

Ingredients:

For the stir-fry:

  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
  • 1 carrot, thinly sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated

For the sauce:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix the chicken strips with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat the oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Stir-fry the vegetables: Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender. Add the garlic and ginger, stir-frying for another minute.
  4. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry.
  5. Combine and serve: Return the chicken to the skillet, pour the sauce over the stir-fry, and stir until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables evenly, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Tips for a Perfect Stir-Fry:

  • Prep all ingredients before cooking; stir-frying happens quickly.
  • Use high heat to get a nice sear on the chicken and veggies.
  • Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
  • For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or crushed red pepper flakes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes

Kcal: 400 kcal | Servings: 4 servings