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Quick and Easy Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Broccoli Recipe

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  • Author: Beverly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Description

A quick and flavorful chicken stir fry featuring tender chicken breast, crisp broccoli, colorful bell peppers, and snow peas in a savory sauce made from soy and oyster sauces. Perfectly balanced with ginger, garlic, and a touch of sesame oil, this stir fry is a healthy and satisfying meal served over rice or noodles.


Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 pound boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced

Vegetables

  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 cup snow peas
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated

Sauces and Oils

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Other

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or noodles for serving


Instructions

  1. Heat oil: In a large wok or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook chicken: Add the sliced chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the wok and set aside.
  3. Sauté aromatics: In the same wok, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Stir-fry vegetables: Add broccoli, red and yellow bell peppers, onion, and snow peas to the wok. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Combine chicken and sauce: Return cooked chicken to the wok with the vegetables. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and the cornstarch mixture, stirring well to combine.
  6. Thicken sauce: Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and everything is heated through.
  7. Finish with sesame oil and seasoning: Drizzle with sesame oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve: Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
  • Adjust vegetables based on seasonality and preference.
  • Ensure chicken is sliced thinly for even and quick cooking.
  • Use fresh ginger and garlic for best flavor.
  • Serve with steamed rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.