Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Soy Sauce
Quick, flavorful, and packed with vibrant goodness—this Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Soy Sauce is the perfect go-to meal for busy days!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1-2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken slices and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the same pan. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add carrots, bell peppers, broccoli, and zucchini. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken to the pan. Pour in the soy sauce mixture and stir to combine.
- Add cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce slightly, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.