Easy and Delicious Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe

Chicken stir-fry is a popular dish that combines tender pieces of chicken with an array of vegetables in a savory sauce. This versatile recipe can be served over rice or noodles, making it a quick and satisfying meal for any day of the week.

Cooking Time: 20 minutes Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or low-sodium option)
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional garnish: sesame seeds or green onions for extra flavor

To prepare your chicken stir-fry, start by marinating the chicken strips in soy sauce. This step adds flavor while also tenderizing the meat slightly before cooking. Set aside for about 15 minutes. Heat up a wok or large skillet with some oil over medium heat.

Once heated, add the chicken to the pan and stir-fry until it turns golden brown and is fully cooked through—about 6-8 minutes total time depending on thickness of your cuts. Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside.

Preparing Vegetables

While the chicken is cooking, slice up your onions and peppers into thin strips. Cut broccoli florets to bite-sized pieces so they cook quickly too. You want all vegetables ready by the time you add them back into the wok with the chicken once everything has cooled down after being removed from heat.

Combining Ingredients

In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce and oyster sauce until well combined. When your main components of protein (chicken) are cooked, return them to the pan along with any juices that have accumulated on top if necessary. Add in your vegetables one at a time starting with those needing less cooking time like broccoli last.

Stir-fry everything together for another 2-3 minutes ensuring all components come out hot and well integrated into the sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper as needed during this process. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired for added visual appeal and freshness.

Tips & Variations

• Use different sauces: Try experimenting with various types of soy sauce or even teriyaki, hoisin, etc., to give your dish a unique twist.
• Increase spice levels: Adding chili flakes, black pepper, or other spices can make the dish spicier and more exciting for those who enjoy heat.
• Add tofu or beef: For an extra protein boost, consider adding cubed firm tofu or thinly sliced lean cuts of beef into your stir-fry towards the end when cooking times are similar between these additional proteins and vegetables already present in the dish.

The key to successful chicken stir-fry lies in proper timing management; ensure that all elements come together harmoniously without any single component overpowering another. Serve this delicious meal straight onto plates with steamed jasmine rice or udon noodles for an authentic experience closer to traditional Chinese cuisine. Enjoy your homemade version of this popular dish!