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Protein-Packed Asian Chicken Delight

A Flavorful, High-Protein Asian-Inspired Chicken Stir Fry

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Protein-Packed Asian Chicken Delight

About this recipe

Enjoy a delightful and nutritious meal with our Protein-Packed Asian Chicken Delight. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a savory sauce to create a perfect balance of flavor and health. Ideal for weeknight dinners, this stir fry is both delicious and nutritious.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snow peas
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Directions

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Add the chicken pieces and sauté until browned, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the sliced bell peppers and snow peas, cooking until tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.

  5. 5

    Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat.

  6. 6

    Cook until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through, about 2-3 more minutes.

  7. 7

    Garnish with scallions, cilantro, and peanuts before serving.

Chef's tip

For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.

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