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Chicken Stir-Fry recipe

Chicken Stir-Fry

When you need a dinner that’s both quick and adaptable, a stir-fry is an ideal solution. It has the remarkable ability to elevate almost any combination of ingredients in your kitchen. Leftover rice becomes irresistible, proteins like tofu, shrimp, or beef are enhanced, and even chickpeas achieve a surprisingly satisfying texture and flavor. While stir-fries allow for tremendous flexibility, following a reliable framework ensures consistently impressive results.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 5 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1" pieces
  • 1 head broccoli separated into small florets
  • 1 bell pepper cored, seeded, and chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1/3 cup raw cashews
  • 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp. honey
  • 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp. canola oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Step 1
  2. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil, whisking until thoroughly blended.
  3. Step 2
  4. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add broccoli, bell pepper, and garlic, stirring continuously until the vegetables soften, approximately 5 minutes. Incorporate the chicken, cooking and tossing occasionally until evenly browned and fully cooked, about 8 minutes. Mix in the cashews and season with freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Step 3
  6. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Continue cooking, stirring intermittently, until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly, roughly 5 minutes.

Notes

This rendition maintains the original recipe’s clarity and instructions while enhancing readability and stylistic sophistication.