Tired of the same old weeknight dinner routine? Craving something delicious but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen? This 30-minute chicken stir-fry is the perfect solution! It's packed with flavor, super easy to make, and uses readily available ingredients, making it a weeknight winner.
Why You'll Love This Recipe:
- Fast and Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes!
- Versatile: Customize the vegetables and sauce to your liking.
- Healthy: Packed with protein and veggies.
- Budget-friendly: Uses affordable ingredients.
Here's what you'll need:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup snow peas
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions:
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken, cornstarch, soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the vegetables: Chop the onion, broccoli, carrots, and snow peas.
- Cook the chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the veggies: Add the onion to the pan and cook for 2 minutes, then add the broccoli, carrots, and snow peas. Cook until the veggies are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
- Combine and serve: Pour the sauce into the skillet with the vegetables, bring to a simmer, and add the chicken back in. Toss to coat everything in the sauce.
- Serve: Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Tips for Success:
- Prep ahead: Chop the vegetables and marinate the chicken in advance to save time during the week.
- Adjust the spice: Add a dash of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- Get creative with the veggies: Use whatever vegetables you have on hand. Bell peppers, mushrooms, or snap peas are all delicious additions.
- Make it a meal: Serve the stir-fry with a side of steamed rice, brown rice, or noodles.
With this simple and delicious recipe, you can easily whip up a satisfying and healthy meal in just 30 minutes, even on the busiest of weeknights. So grab your ingredients and get cooking!