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Quick Healthy Chicken Stir Fry Skillet Meal
This quick and healthy chicken stir fry is packed with fresh vegetables and a savory sauce, perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Sauces and Condiments
- 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup (use maple syrup for vegan)
- 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
Main Protein
- 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast (diced)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
Vegetables
- 1 cup Bell Pepper (any color)
- 2 cups Broccoli Florets
- 1 medium Carrot (thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (freshly minced)
- 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated or minced)
- 2 tbsp Green Onions (chopped)
- 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
Instructions
- Mix soy sauce, honey/maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch to make the sauce.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook diced chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic, ginger, and sliced carrots; cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in bell peppers and broccoli; cook until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Pour sauce over the stir fry, cook for another 2-3 minutes until thickened, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of lime juice before serving.