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Lean and Clean Chicken Stir-Fry

Quick, healthy, and delicious chicken stir-fry

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Lean and Clean Chicken Stir-Fry

About this recipe

This modern chicken stir-fry recipe is both nutritious and flavorful, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Packed with vibrant vegetables and lean protein, it offers a balanced meal that cooks in minutes, leaving you satisfied without feeling weighed down.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add chicken and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cooked through, then remove from skillet.

  3. 3

    Add bell peppers and onion to the skillet; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until softened.

  4. 4

    Add garlic and ginger; stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.

  5. 5

    Whisk together soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, and chicken broth in a small bowl.

  6. 6

    Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the soy sauce mixture, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.

  7. 7

    Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds before serving.

Chef's tip

Ensure the skillet is hot before adding ingredients to achieve the perfect stir-fry texture.

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