You can practically throw any combination of protein, veggies, and sauce in a pan and call it good, but sometimes it’s helpful to have a basic formula to go off of. Enter: our chicken stir-fry recipe. A stir fry is our go-to weeknight dinner when we just don’t have the energy to spend a long time in the kitchen or hit the grocery store—this recipe is no exception. Make it as is for our best-ever version, then use it as a jumping-off point to create your perfect chicken stir-fry. Here’s everything you need to know:
Contents
Ingredients
- 1/2 c.reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp.honey
- 2 tsp.toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp.canola oil
- 1head broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
- 2cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 lb.boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1″ pieces
- 1/3 c.cashews
- Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
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- Step 1
In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil.
- Step 2In a large skillet over high heat, heat oil. Cook broccoli, bell pepper, and garlic, stirring frequently, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add chicken and cook, tossing occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Stir in cashews; season with pepper.
- Step 3Pour sauce into skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
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