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Chicken Stir Fry has tender chicken and vegetables in a delicious sauce. This chicken stir fry recipe will be on your table in 20 minutes for a healthy weeknight dinner that’s easy to make!
Chicken stir fry is a go-to recipe when you want a quick dinner. You get juicy chicken and vegetables coated in a mouthwatering honey garlic sauce. It’s guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters!
Preparing this chicken and vegetable stir fry couldn’t be easier. The protein and veggies are all cooked together, making this a simple one-pan meal. No marinade required!
The best part? It’ll be on your dinner table in just 20 minutes. Serve this chicken stir fry with noodles or rice. For a low carb option, try cauliflower rice or quinoa.
Table of Contents
HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN STIR FRY
VEGETABLES FOR STIR FRY
CHICKEN STIR FRY SAUCE
WATCH HOW TO STIR FRY CHICKEN:
Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN STIR FRY
There are just 3 steps to make this easy chicken stir fry recipe:
- Brown the chicken piecesin a large skillet or wok.
- Add the vegetables to sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the sauce and let it thicken.
Browning the chicken really enhances the flavors in this dish. As long as you don’t crowd the pan, the cubed chicken will turn golden in minutes!
VEGETABLES FOR STIR FRY
Fresh vegetables make for a healthy chicken stir fry recipe. We used garlic, broccoli and red bell pepper here. Sometimes I’ll add some minced ginger too.
You can also substitute veggies based on what’s in the fridge:
- Carrots
- Cabbage (chicken cabbage stir fry)
- Green beans (chicken and green bean stir fry)
- Mushrooms (chicken mushroom stir fry)
While frozen vegetables are not ideal, you can buy pre-cut vegetables as a way to save time.
More chicken stir fry recipes:
- Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry
- Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry
- Orange Chicken Stir Fry
- Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry
CHICKEN STIR FRY SAUCE
Stir fry sauce is the secret to the best chicken stir fry recipe! You can make this one with pantry ingredients:
- Chicken broth: this adds volume to the sauce.
- Soy sauce: this adds flavor, but try to use low-sodium if possible.
- Honey: this adds a hint of sweetness.
- Cornstarch and water: this slurry thickens the sauce so it coats the chicken.
Asian sesame oil is optional for extra seasoning. You can also add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for some heat.
WATCH HOW TO STIR FRY CHICKEN:
This video tutorial shows how to make a chicken vegetable stir fry:
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Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
This chicken stir fry recipe is an easy weeknight dinner that's ready in 20 minutes! Cubed chicken breast is sauteed with vegetables and coated in a stir fry sauce.
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 10 minutes mins
Total Time: 20 minutes mins
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Stir Fry Sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce, low sodium recommended (see note)
- 1-2 tbsp honey, to taste
Chicken Stir Fry
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch (4 cm) cubes
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, or carrots, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli, florets
- 2 tsp cornstarch, mixed with 2 tsp water
Extra Seasoning - Optional
- 1 tsp Asian sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, broth and honey until dissolved. Reserve.
Place a large skillet on medium-high heat. When hot, add the oil and cubed chicken. (see note)
Season with salt and pepper and sauté for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Then turn the pieces over and cook 2-3 minutes more.
Add the garlic and vegetables and stir fry for 3-5 minutes until just starting to soften.
Add soy sauce mixture to the pan. Cover and cook for one minute until reduced slightly.
Add the optional sesame oil and red pepper flakes. Then add the cornstarch-water mixture.
Stir for 30-60 seconds until the sauce has thickened enough to barely coat the chicken pieces.
Remove from heat and serve immediately with rice or noodles as desired.
Notes
- You can substitute cubed chicken thighs for chicken breasts.
- A quality low-sodium soy sauce such as San-J or Kikkoman is ideal. To make this dish gluten-free, use coconut aminos instead.
- Avoid crowding the pan to ensure the chicken browns properly. Fry in batches if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
Serving Size
120 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
231
% Daily Value*
Fat
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
20
%
Cholesterol
73
mg
24
%
Sodium
693
mg
29
%
Potassium
692
mg
20
%
Carbohydrates
13
g
4
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
7
g
Net Carbs
11
g
22
%
Protein
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
1325
IU
27
%
Vitamin C
80.9
mg
98
%
Calcium
35
mg
4
%
Iron
1.3
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Please read our nutrition disclaimer.
Author: Cindy
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: chicken and vegetable stir fry, chicken stir fry
Did you make this recipe? Leave a comment below!
More stir fry recipes:
- Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
- Mongolian Beef
Editor note: Originally published April 5, 2018 and updated June 22, 2019
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18 comments on “Easy Chicken Stir Fry”
Christine —April 27, 2021 @ 6:08 pm Reply
Just made this tonight. It was DELICIOUS!!! I will be making this again. Thank you for sharing.
TipBuzz —October 20, 2023 @ 2:28 pm Reply
Hi Christine, Awesome to hear and thanks so much for sharing your feedback!
Kristin —July 16, 2020 @ 10:03 am Reply
Quick, easy, and good! I had to make a few substitutions, but it still tasted great! I will definitely use this recipe again.
TipBuzz —July 19, 2020 @ 12:28 pm Reply
Hi Kristin, Great to hear that and thanks for your comment!
Josh Krogman —March 18, 2019 @ 10:00 pm Reply
So good and easy!!
TipBuzz —March 19, 2019 @ 8:50 am Reply
Hi Josh, Thanks and glad to hear! 🙂
Joanne —August 24, 2018 @ 9:22 pm Reply
What a wonderful stir fry! My husband thoroughly enjoyed it, as I did! I definitely will make it again!
TipBuzz —August 25, 2018 @ 11:40 am Reply
Thanks Joanne, so happy to hear that! 🙂
Jeanette —July 31, 2018 @ 8:48 am Reply
Instead of corn starch use psylium flour it thickens nicely in the sauce
Stephanie Simmons —July 19, 2018 @ 2:00 pm Reply
One of my favorite meals to make! So quick and pretty healthy too 🙂 The flavor is delicious!
TipBuzz —July 19, 2018 @ 4:30 pm Reply
Thanks Stephanie, so glad you like it 🙂
yina —May 14, 2018 @ 9:32 pm Reply
ehh mine came out unbearably salty 🙁
Julie R —May 11, 2018 @ 9:45 pm Reply
I just made this and all I can say is AMAZING!
I’ll definitely make it again.TipBuzz —May 12, 2018 @ 10:01 am Reply
Thanks for your review Julie 🙂 🙂
Morgan —May 3, 2018 @ 9:14 pm Reply
Turned out delicious!
TipBuzz —May 5, 2018 @ 10:15 am Reply
Glad to hear Morgan and thanks for your review ❤️
Meme —February 13, 2018 @ 10:13 pm Reply
This was a great and easy recipe. I will be making it again.
P Olson —January 30, 2018 @ 11:47 pm Reply
Yummy ?
