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Easy Chicken Stir Fry Recipe: 30-Minute Healthy Dinner

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Easy Chicken Stir Fry Recipe: 30-Minute Healthy Dinner

Looking for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner that's packed with flavor? Look no further than this easy chicken stir fry recipe! This dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Plus, it's packed with fresh vegetables and lean protein, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup snow peas
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the broccoli and snow peas to the skillet and cook until tender-crisp, about 3 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic powder.
  5. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Tips for Success:

  • For a spicier stir fry, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Feel free to substitute other vegetables for the ones listed in the recipe, such as carrots, mushrooms, or zucchini.
  • If you don't have rice vinegar on hand, you can use apple cider vinegar or white vinegar as a substitute.
  • To make this dish even easier, use pre-cut vegetables from the grocery store.

Enjoy!

This easy chicken stir fry recipe is a great way to get a healthy and flavorful meal on the table quickly. It's a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, so feel free to experiment with different vegetables and sauces. Let me know if you have any other questions!

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