Healthy Chicken Stir Fry Skillet
A quick, vibrant dish with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a savory sesame-honey sauce. Ready in 30 minutes, this one-skillet meal is packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 carrots, julienned
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, sesame seeds, chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add olive oil
- Add chicken; cook 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through
- Push chicken to sides, add peppers, snap peas, carrots, and broccoli; sauté 3-4 minutes
- Stir in garlic and ginger until fragrant
- Mix soy sauce, honey, cornstarch slurry, and sesame oil in a bowl
- Pour sauce into skillet; stir to coat chicken and vegetables
- Simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens
- Serve warm, optionally topped with green onions, sesame seeds, or cilantro
Notes
Substitute tamari for gluten-free option
Add noodles if desired
Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days
Meal prep in glass jars for quick lunches
Add noodles if desired
Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days
Meal prep in glass jars for quick lunches