Description
This quick and easy chicken stir-fry is perfect for healthy families looking for a nutritious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snap peas)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked brown rice or quinoa for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and ginger, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add mixed vegetables and cook for another 3-5 minutes, until they are tender but still crisp.
- Stir in soy sauce and honey, mixing well to coat the chicken and vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot over cooked brown rice or quinoa.
Notes
- Feel free to use any vegetables you have on hand.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or sriracha.
- Make it gluten-free by substituting soy sauce with tamari.
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 30
Keywords: easy weeknight dinners, healthy families, chicken stir-fry, quick dinner recipes