Easy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-FryIngredients:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup carrots, cut into matchsticks 1 cup snap peas, trimmed 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1/4 cup bell pepper, chopped 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)Instructions:
1.
In a bowl, combine the chicken, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch.
Mix well to coat.
2.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until browned on all sides.
3.
Add the broccoli, carrots, snap peas, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet.
Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
4.
In a small bowl, whisk together the water, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
5.
Add the sauce to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and coats the chicken and vegetables.
6.
Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Tips:
For a spicier stir-fry, add an extra 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
If you don’t have hoisin sauce, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce or 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce.
You can add other vegetables to this stir-fry, such as green beans, snow peas, or zucchini.
Serve with a side of rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.

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