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California Chicken Stir Fry with Fresh Vegetables

This quick and easy chicken stir fry is bursting with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes—perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Chicken, Dinner, Quick Meals
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Vegetables
  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
For the Stir Fry Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce use low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, chicken broth, soy sauce, and honey until smooth. Set the stir fry sauce aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 3 to 5 minutes, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Add the broccoli, yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, and shredded carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the ground ginger and minced garlic, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour the prepared stir fry sauce over the chicken and vegetables, and stir to coat evenly. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, and let it boil for 1 minute to thicken the sauce.
  6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately over steamed rice or your favorite noodles. Enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 11g

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but you can reheat it in a skillet over medium heat. If you prefer extra veggies, add snap peas or sliced mushrooms along with the other vegetables. Serve over jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.

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