Description
Delicious Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Soy Sauce is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with crisp vegetables in a savory soy sauce-based sauce. Packed with color, texture, and nutrients, this stir-fry is a perfect weeknight dinner. It’s easy to make, customizable with your favorite veggies, and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 small zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For Serving:
- Cooked rice or noodles
- Sesame seeds (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the bell pepper, carrot, zucchini, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Combine the Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and veggies, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve: Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro or green onions, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can customize this stir-fry with your favorite vegetables like snap peas, mushrooms, or baby corn.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce.
- You can add extra protein by including tofu or shrimp in place of the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course