Description
This Chicken Stir Fry recipe is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables tossed in a tangy BBQ-soy sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner that combines savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ¼ cup chicken broth
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ – 2 lbs), cut into chunks
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bell peppers (red, orange, or yellow), chopped
- 3 cups chopped fresh broccoli
- 1 onion (yellow, white, or sweet), thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
Instructions
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, and chicken broth. Whisk the ingredients together thoroughly until the sugar has dissolved and the mix is well blended. Set this sauce aside to use later in the stir fry.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet pan with sides over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken chunks, sprinkle them evenly with salt and black pepper, and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the cooked chicken to a plate and keep warm while preparing the vegetables.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped bell peppers, broccoli, and sliced onion to the pan. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then, add the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger, continuing to stir and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the prepared stir-fry sauce and cook together for 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the chicken and vegetables evenly. Serve the chicken stir fry immediately over hot cooked rice. Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions for added flavor and freshness.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh ginger and garlic rather than pre-minced versions.
- Adjust the brown sugar quantity in the sauce to control sweetness according to your taste preferences.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- This stir fry pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.
- Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables like snap peas or carrots.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
