This Garlic Chicken Stir Fry is a perfect weeknight meal that is both quick and easy to make. It’s packed with flavor and can be easily customized to your liking.
This stir-fry is a great option for a busy weeknight because it comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s also a healthy and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
Here are some other reasons why this Garlic Chicken Stir Fry is the perfect weeknight meal:
- It’s a one-pan meal, which means less cleanup for you
- It’s easily customizable – you can add in your favorite vegetables or protein
- It’s a great way to use up leftover chicken
Garlic Chicken Stir Fry
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 broccoli floret, chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions:
- In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with the cornstarch and soy sauce.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and broccoli to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, brown sugar, and sriracha (if using).
- Pour the sauce into the skillet with the chicken and vegetables and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 1 minute.
- Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice.
Tips:
- If you don’t have chicken broth, you can substitute with water or vegetable broth.
- You can also add in other vegetables to this stir-fry, such as carrots, snow peas, or mushrooms.
- If you like your stir-fry spicier, you can add in more sriracha or red pepper flakes.
- To make this dish ahead of time, cook the chicken and vegetables as instructed. Then, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to serve, reheat the stir-fry in a skillet or wok until heated through. Then, add the sauce and cook according to the instructions above.
Suggested Pairings
- Steamed white rice or brown rice
- Fried rice
- Noodles
- Egg rolls
- Spring rolls
Conclusion
This Garlic Chicken Stir Fry is a quick, easy, and flavorful weeknight meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. It’s also a healthy and customizable dish that can be made to fit your dietary needs. So next time you’re looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal, give this Garlic Chicken Stir Fry a try.
Additional Notes
A stir-fry that includes broccoli, red bell pepper, cashew nuts, and chicken. While the recipe above doesn’t include cashew nuts, they can be easily added to the stir-fry during step 3. Simply add the cashews to the skillet with the other vegetables and cook until they are toasted and golden brown.
