Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with this irresistible Zesty Stir-Fried Chicken recipe! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality Asian-inspired dish that's bursting with flavor, packed with nutrition, and guaranteed to impress everyone at your dining table. Whether you're a busy professional, a home cook looking to spice up your meal routine, or simply craving a quick and delicious dinner, this recipe is your ticket to a perfect weeknight meal that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a tantalizing sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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, etc.)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Slice the chicken breast into thin strips, and set aside. Wash and chop the mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces, ensuring that the bell peppers and broccoli are uniform in size for even cooking.
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Mix well to create a marinade that will add flavor to the chicken.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the sliced chicken to the pan. Stir-fry the chicken for about 5-7 minutes, or until it is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Once the chicken is cooked, pour the marinade over the chicken in the skillet. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce, allowing it to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet with the chicken. Stir-fry the mixture for another 3-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp and vibrant in color. Make sure to keep stirring to prevent sticking.
- While the stir-fry is cooking, prepare the cooked rice according to package instructions, if not already done. You can use white, brown, or jasmine rice based on your preference.
- Once the vegetables are cooked and the chicken is well-coated in the sauce, remove the skillet from heat. Serve the zesty stir-fried chicken over a bed of warm cooked rice, and enjoy your delicious Asian-inspired meal!
Tips
- Prep is Key: Slice chicken and chop vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and professional-looking results.
- High Heat Magic: Use a wok or large skillet and cook on medium-high heat to achieve that perfect stir-fry sear and prevent soggy vegetables.
- Marinade Matters: Let the chicken sit in the soy sauce mixture for 10-15 minutes before cooking to enhance flavor absorption.
- Don't Overcrowd: Cook in batches if needed to maintain high heat and prevent steaming instead of stir-frying.
- Vegetable Timing: Add harder vegetables like broccoli first, and more delicate ones like bell peppers later to maintain their crisp texture.
- Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh ginger and garlic for maximum flavor punch – avoid pre-minced versions if possible.
- Sauce Control: Adjust soy sauce and sesame oil to your taste preference, and have extra on hand for serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 182kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 60mg
