Craving a restaurant-quality meal that'll knock your socks off in just 25 minutes? 🔥 Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with Andy's Chicken Stir Fry - the ultimate Asian-inspired dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into a culinary masterpiece! This lightning-fast recipe proves that gourmet cooking doesn't have to be complicated, and you'll be the kitchen hero your family never knew they needed.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing chicken breast into thin, uniform strips approximately 1/4 inch thick to ensure even cooking.
- Chop mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces, keeping bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots roughly similar in size for consistent cooking.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create a marinade for the chicken.
- Add sliced chicken to the marinade and let sit for 5-7 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Heat a large wok or wide skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring the cooking surface is evenly heated.
- Add a small amount of additional sesame oil to the hot pan and swirl to coat the surface.
- Add marinated chicken to the pan, spreading pieces in a single layer to promote quick, even browning.
- Stir-fry chicken for 4-5 minutes, constantly moving pieces to prevent burning and ensure they are cooked through.
- Add mixed vegetables to the pan and continue stir-frying for an additional 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional soy sauce or salt if needed.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 1-2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve hot over prepared rice, garnishing with optional green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Tips
- Slice Uniformity is Key: Cut chicken and vegetables into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and perfect texture.
- High Heat Magic: Use a wok or wide skillet on medium-high heat to achieve that authentic stir-fry sear and prevent soggy vegetables.
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor: Don't rush the marinating process - those 5-7 minutes allow the chicken to absorb all the delicious garlic, ginger, and soy sauce goodness.
- Keep Things Moving: Constant stirring prevents burning and helps ingredients cook evenly, giving you that restaurant-quality stir-fry.
- Vegetable Timing: Add vegetables later in the cooking process to maintain their crisp texture and vibrant colors.
- Optional Garnish: Elevate your dish with a sprinkle of green onions or sesame seeds for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 252kcal
Carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 37g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 93mg
