Best 6 Spicy Chicken And Vegetable Stir Fry Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry, a symphony of flavors that will ignite your taste buds. This delectable dish combines the savory richness of chicken with a vibrant array of vegetables, all coated in a luscious, spicy sauce that delivers a perfect balance of heat and tang.

Our recipe collection features two variations of this mouthwatering stir-fry: a classic version and a vegan alternative. The classic recipe showcases tender chicken thighs, while the vegan version swaps chicken for tofu, ensuring that everyone can savor this flavor-packed dish. Both recipes are brimming with an assortment of colorful vegetables, including broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and snow peas, offering a delightful crunch and an array of essential nutrients.

The secret to this stir-fry's irresistible taste lies in the homemade sauce, which is crafted with a harmonious blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and fiery chili peppers. This sauce coats each ingredient, infusing it with a savory, slightly sweet, and pleasantly spicy flavor that lingers on the palate.

Whether you're a seasoned stir-fry enthusiast or a culinary novice, our Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry recipes will guide you effortlessly through the cooking process. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to create a restaurant-quality stir-fry in the comfort of your own kitchen.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your wok or large skillet, and embark on a culinary adventure with our Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your cravings for a flavorful, satisfying meal.

Let's cook with our recipes!

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

STIR-FRY CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES



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This is one of my favorite stir-fry recipes. Simple, quick, and easy. Serve over rice.

Provided by Michael Scovetta

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup broccoli florets, cut into pieces
1 large green bell pepper, cut into squares
1 zucchini, cut into rounds and quartered
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, soy sauce, sherry, and cornstarch in a bowl.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; cook and stir broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini, and garlic for 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken broth, cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer vegetables and sauce to a large bowl and wipe skillet clean.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat; cook and stir chicken until meat is no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes. Stir in vegetables; continue to cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes more. Sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 45.4 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 1265 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

SPICY CHICKEN & VEG STIR-FRY



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Asian dishes are easy to throw together, full of flavour and packed with veg, The perfect quick meal for the health conscious foody

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

400g mixed green vegetable
1 tbsp sunflower oil
4 skinless chicken breasts , sliced
1 red chilli , desseded and sliced
120g sachet stir-fry oyster sauce (we used Blue Dragon, or make your own (see below)
1 tbsp soy sauce
25g toasted cashew , or more if you like
bunch spring onions , sliced

Steps:

  • Bring a pan of salted water to the boil, cook the green vegetables for 2 mins only, then drain.
  • Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok, then fry the chicken slices for 4 mins until almost cooked. Add the drained green veg, chilli, stir-fry sauce and soy sauce. Stir-fry briefly to heat everything through and to finish cooking the chicken. Mix in the cashews and spring onions, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, Sodium 2.67 milligram of sodium

SPICY CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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"This zesty dish tastes so special we save it for family birthdays," relates Debbie Long of Elburn, Illinois. "It's simple, and it doesn't keep me in the kitchen all evening."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
3 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound fresh broccoli florets
1-1/2 cups sliced onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 teaspoon cornstarch until smooth. Add chicken; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes. , In a large skillet or wok, combine chicken and pepper flakes; stir-fry over medium-high heat in 2 tablespoons of oil for 5 minutes or until meat juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. , Stir-fry the broccoli, onion and garlic in remaining oil for 5-8 minutes or until tender. , In a small bowl, combine the broth, ginger and remaining soy sauce and cornstarch; stir until smooth. Add to the skillet; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken and walnuts; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 33g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 896mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SPICY CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE STIR-FRY



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With Asian style vegetables and just four more ingredients, this spicy stir-fry is complete in 15 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 bag (12 oz) frozen Asian style vegetable medley
1 package (10 oz) refrigerated grilled chicken breast strips
1/2 cup spicy stir-fry sauce
1/3 cup chopped dry-roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Cook rice as directed on package. Meanwhile, in microwavable bowl, microwave vegetables uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Heat 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetables, chicken and stir-fry sauce; cook and stir until hot.
  • Serve chicken mixture over cooked rice. Sprinkle with peanuts. Garnish with chopped green onion, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 59 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1650 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

SWEET AND SPICY STIR FRY WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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Garlic, crushed red pepper, and chili paste add heat; hoisin sauce and ginger sweeten the deal. Great served over jasmine rice!

Provided by amanda1432

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups broccoli florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch strips
¼ cup sliced green onions
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon chile paste
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the chicken, green onions, and garlic until the chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.
  • Stir the hoisin sauce, chile paste, and soy sauce into the skillet; season with ginger, red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the chicken stock and simmer about 2 minutes. Mix in the steamed broccoli until coated with the sauce mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 36.2 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 606.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and flavorful sauce will make all the difference in the final dish.
  • Cut the vegetables and chicken uniformly: This will ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you add too much food to the pan, it will steam instead of stir-frying.
  • Stir-fry the chicken in batches: This will prevent it from overcrowding the pan and ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Add the vegetables in stages: Start with the vegetables that take the longest to cook, such as carrots and broccoli, and then add the more tender vegetables, such as leafy greens and bell peppers.
  • Stir-fry the vegetables until they are tender-crisp: You don't want to overcook them, or they will become mushy.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will bring all the flavors of the dish together. Be sure to use a sauce that you enjoy.
  • Serve the stir-fry immediately: Stir-fries are best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

This spicy chicken and vegetable stir-fry is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrition, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give this stir-fry a try.

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