Best 5 Chicken N Vegetable Stir Fry Recipes

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Craving a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal? Look no further than this delectable Chicken and Vegetable Stir-fry recipe. Bursting with an array of colorful vegetables, succulent chicken, and a savory sauce, this dish is a symphony of flavors and textures. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey as we explore the step-by-step process of creating this delightful stir-fry, along with variations and additional mouthwatering recipes to satisfy your taste buds. From the classic Chicken and Broccoli Stir-fry to the aromatic Thai Peanut Chicken Stir-fry, each recipe promises a unique flavor profile that will tantalize your palate. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your wok, and get ready to embark on a scrumptious adventure with our Chicken and Vegetable Stir-fry extravaganza!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN & VEGETABLE STIR-FRY



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You can't beat a stir-fry when you want a light entree that's filling and loaded with flavor. Pepper flakes give this classic combination a welcome zip. -Samuel Onizuk, Elkton, MD

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch strips
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1 small onion, halved and sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2-1/2 cups hot cooked rice
Minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine the cornstarch, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., Stir-fry the cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, red pepper and onion in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add the garlic, salt, pepper and pepper flakes; cook 1 minute longer., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken; heat through. Serve with rice. Sprinkle each serving with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN STIR FRY RECIPE



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This Chicken Stir Fry Recipe is so much better than takeout! The chicken with vegetables smothered in a garlic and ginger soy sauce with honey is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1/2 zucchini (sliced or cubed)
2 Tbsp oil (divided)
1 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup broccoli (cut into florets)
1 small carrot (julienned or cubed)
8 oz mushrooms (sliced)
1/2 red pepper (cubed)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tsp fresh ginger (minced)
1/2 onion (cubed)
½ cup cashews
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp cornstarch

Steps:

  • Trim chicken thighs of excess fat and cut into bite-sized pieces. Cut the vegetables into even-sized pieces (about the same size as the chicken pieces).
  • Combine all of the ingredients for the sauce in a bowl.
  • In a large pan (or wok), on med/high heat, heat 1 Tbsp oil. Once oil is hot, add chicken in a single layer. Cook chicken until browned, mixing as needed. Once cooked, remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  • Add the remaining oil and the butter to skillet with the broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms, red peppers, onion, and carrots. Cook until vegetables are crisp tender, mixing frequently.
  • Add chicken back to the pan. Add the garlic and ginger and cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  • Add the cashews then pour the sauce into the pan and bring to a boil. Turn down heat and let stir fry simmer until the sauce thickens and is well incorporated with the remaining ingredients. Garnish with green onion and sesame seed before serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 118 mg, Sodium 959 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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In my home, one of our go-to dishes for Chinese takeout is chicken and broccoli. It's so flavorful and never dry! The secret to the super tender meat is velveting, the technique of cooking marinated proteins briefly in hot oil. I wanted to replicate the same flavors and textures at home in a budget-friendly way. With just a few fresh vegetables, lots of pantry condiments and only one chicken breast, this recipe will serve four. If you have any leftovers or are meal planning, the velveting technique ensures that the chicken will remain succulent even when reheated.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, about 12 ounces
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and cut into matchsticks
2 cloves garlic, chopped
8 ounces broccoli florets
4 ounces shiitake or button mushrooms, stemmed and sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 small carrot, peeled and cut into 3-inch-long matchsticks
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper, optional
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
3 cups steamed jasmine rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breast in the freezer until firm enough to thinly slice, about 20 minutes. Using a sharp or serrated knife, thinly slice the chicken 1/8 inch thick. Transfer to a medium bowl and drizzle in 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce. Let sit for 10 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of the cornstarch and mix well. Set aside in a cool place for 20 minutes.
  • Whisk the remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch with 2 teaspoons water in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil starts to shimmer, add the chicken slices in an even layer and cook, undisturbed, until they just turn opaque, about 45 seconds. Flip and cook, undisturbed, until almost entirely opaque, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Remove to a bowl.
  • Add the ginger and garlic to the wok. Cook, stirring often, until the garlic is slightly golden brown, about 30 seconds. Add the broccoli and toss to coat; cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. Add the mushrooms and carrot; toss to combine. Add the Shaoxing wine and cook, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add the chicken stock, white pepper if using, chicken and the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
  • Mix the cornstarch mixture in the bowl until well combined then add to the wok. Stir until everything is nicely coated, reduce the heat to medium low and cover with a lid. Cook until the sauce has thickened slightly and the chicken is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Drizzle with the sesame oil. Toss until everything is well combined and transfer to a serving platter. Enjoy warm with steamed rice on the side.

VEGETABLE CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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"Use any combination of vegetables you choose in this stir-fry," suggests Michelle Haviland of Healdsburg, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
3 garlic cloves, minced
Dash ground ginger
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1 cup fresh or frozen snow peas
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. In a large nonstick skillet, stir-fry the chicken, garlic and ginger in hot oil for 4-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., In a large skillet, stir-fry broccoli, carrots and cauliflower in the remaining oil for 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add snow peas; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Stir broth mixture; add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Add chicken; cook until heated through. Top with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 862mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN 'N' VEGETABLE STIR FRY



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This is a recipe that I adopted. I love anything stir fried. I like spicy stir fried and this recipe is easily spiced up to satisfy individual tastes with the addition of red pepper flakes.

Provided by Julie in TX

Categories     Chicken Breast

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons oil
1 lb boneless chicken breast (Chicken breasts should be cut into thin strips.)
1/2 cup broccoli floret
2 ounces snow peas (About 1/2 C)
1 medium carrot, Thinly Sliced
1/2 medium red peppers (cut into thin strips) or 1/2 medium green pepper (cut into thin strips)
1 envelope onion soup mix
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ginger, Ground
1 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon white vinegar or 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
rice, Hot Cooked

Steps:

  • In large skillet, heat oil and cook chicken with vegetables over medium- high heat, stirring constantly. 10 minutes or until chicken is golden and vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Thoroughly blend golden onion recipe soup mix, cornstarch, ginger, water, soy sauce and vinegar; stir into chicken mixture.
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered t minutes or until sauce is thickened.
  • Serve over hot rice and garnish, if desired, with sliced green onion and toasted sesame seeds.
  • MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS:
  • Omit oil and degrease ginger to 1/4 t.
  • In 2-quart casserole, heat chicken, uncovered, at HIGH (Full Power) 4 minutes or until almost done; remove chicken and drain.
  • Add vegetables to casserole and heat uncovered 5 minutes at HIGH (Full Power).
  • Thoroughly blend golden onion soup mix, cornstarch, ginger, water, soy sauce and vinegar; stir into vegetables.
  • Heat uncovered 5 minutes on HIGH (Full Power) or until sauce is thickened, stirring once.
  • Return chicken to casserole and heat 1 minute or until heated through.
  • Let stand covered 5 minutes.
  • Serve and garnish as above.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and measured. This will help the cooking process go smoothly and quickly.
  • Use a Wok or Large Skillet: A wok or large skillet will allow you to cook all the ingredients quickly and evenly.
  • High Heat: Stir-fries are cooked over high heat, so make sure your burner is turned up high.
  • Use a little oil: Stir-fries don't require a lot of oil, so use just enough to coat the bottom of the wok or skillet.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the ingredients will steam instead of fry.
  • Stir constantly: Stirring constantly will help the ingredients cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
  • Season to taste: Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and other seasonings to taste. Start with a small amount and adjust as needed.

Conclusion:

Chicken and vegetable stir-fry is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a delicious stir-fry on the table in under 30 minutes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken and vegetable stir-fry a try. You won't be disappointed!

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