Description
Chicken stir-fry is a quick, flavorful, and nutritious dish rooted in Chinese cuisine but adapted worldwide. Combining tender chicken strips, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce, this recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or family dinners. The dish’s adaptability allows for endless variations with different vegetables and sauces, making it a versatile favorite.
Ingredients
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- Main Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons corn oil (or any high smoke-point oil)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional Add-ins:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening the sauce)
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce or hoisin sauce (for additional depth of flavor)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken:
- Combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce, a pinch of salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate chicken strips for at least 15 minutes.
2. Prepare Vegetables:
- Slice red bell pepper, chop broccoli into florets, and julienne optional vegetables (carrot, snap peas).
- Mince garlic and ginger.
3. Heat Oil:
- Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
4. Cook Aromatics:
- Add garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Cook Chicken:
- Add chicken to the wok, spread it out for maximum contact, and sear for 1 minute.
- Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until cooked through.
6. Add Vegetables:
- Toss in broccoli and red bell peppers, stir-frying for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Include optional vegetables like carrots or snap peas at this stage.
7. Add Sauce:
- Pour in remaining soy sauce and optional oyster or hoisin sauce.
- Stir to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Add cornstarch slurry (optional) and simmer for 1 minute for a thicker sauce.
8. Adjust Seasoning and Serve:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and serve over steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or scallions for added flavor.