Craving a quick, nutritious meal that combines the perfect balance of protein and vibrant vegetables? Look no further than this sensational Chicken Broccoli and Snow Pea Stir Fry! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's bursting with flavor, color, and nutrition. Whether you're a busy professional, a home cook looking to impress, or simply someone who loves delicious Asian-inspired cuisine, this recipe is about to become your new weeknight superhero.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing chicken breast into thin, even strips. Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Trim the ends of snow peas and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create the stir fry sauce. Set aside.
- Heat a large wok or wide skillet over high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil and swirl to coat the cooking surface.
- Add sliced chicken to the hot pan. Season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry chicken for 3-4 minutes until it turns golden and is nearly cooked through.
- Push chicken to one side of the pan and add broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until they become bright green and slightly tender.
- Add snow peas to the pan and continue stir-frying for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring vegetables remain crisp.
- Pour prepared sauce over chicken and vegetables. Toss everything together to coat evenly and cook for another minute.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with optional sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy your quick and nutritious stir fry!
Tips
- Prep is Key: Have all ingredients chopped and ready before you start cooking. Stir-frying moves fast, and you don't want to burn anything!
- High Heat is Your Friend: Use a wok or a wide skillet and make sure it's scorching hot before adding ingredients. This ensures a perfect sear and prevents soggy vegetables.
- Cook in Stages: Add ingredients in order of cooking time. Chicken first, then harder vegetables like broccoli, and finally quick-cooking snow peas.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook in batches if needed to maintain high heat and prevent steaming instead of stir-frying.
- Keep Vegetables Crisp: The secret to a great stir fry is maintaining the vegetables' crunch and bright color. Watch your cooking time carefully.
- Customize Your Sauce: Feel free to add a touch of honey for sweetness or some chili sauce for heat to make the recipe your own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 85mg
