Craving a mouthwatering meal that's ready in just 25 minutes? Get ready to transform your weeknight dinner with this super fast chicken stir fry that'll make your taste buds dance and your hunger disappear in record time! This Asian-inspired culinary miracle combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a lip-smacking sauce that'll have everyone at the table asking for seconds - and it's so easy, even a cooking novice can master it like a pro chef!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing chicken breast into thin, uniform strips to ensure even cooking. Chop mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces of similar size.
- Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. Mix minced garlic and ginger together in a small bowl to create a flavor base.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or wide skillet over high heat until the oil is shimmering and just starting to smoke.
- Add chicken strips to the hot pan, spreading them out in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring, allowing the chicken to develop a golden-brown sear.
- Stir and flip chicken pieces to cook evenly on all sides, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until chicken is nearly cooked through and no longer pink.
- Push chicken to one side of the pan and add mixed vegetables to the empty space. Stir-fry vegetables for 2-3 minutes until they are crisp-tender and retain their vibrant colors.
- Pour soy sauce over the chicken and vegetables, quickly stirring to coat everything evenly and create a glossy sauce.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or soy sauce if needed.
- Serve immediately while hot, optionally garnishing with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.
Tips
- • Slice chicken and vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and professional-looking results • Use high heat and a wide pan or wok to get that perfect golden-brown sear on the chicken • Don't overcrowd the pan - this prevents steaming and helps achieve that desirable crispy texture • Have all ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking (mise en place) to make the process smooth • For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of sesame oil or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes • Let the chicken sit undisturbed for the first 2-3 minutes to develop a beautiful caramelized exterior • Serve immediately to enjoy the vegetables at their crispest and chicken at its most tender
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
