Chicken Stir Fry with Rice
A quick chicken stir fry with vegetables and rice, cooked in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast (sliced into thin strips) | 750 | Grams |
| Soy Sauce (low sodium) | 4 | Tbsp |
| Sesame Oil | 2 | Tbsp |
| Garlic (minced) | 3 | Clove |
| Ginger (freshly grated) | 1 | Tbsp |
| Broccoli (cut into florets) | 1 | Head |
| Red Bell Pepper (sliced) | 1 | Count |
| Carrot (sliced into thin strips) | 2 | Count |
| Green Onion (chopped) | 4 | Stalk |
| Rice (uncooked jasmine or basmati) | 2 | Cup |
| Chicken Broth (low sodium) | 1 | Cup |
| Cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water) | 1 | Tbsp |
| Vegetable Oil | 2 | Tbsp |
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix chicken strips with 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining vegetable oil. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Stir fry for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Add remaining soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch mixture. Stir well and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add green onions and remaining sesame oil. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
- Serve the chicken stir fry over cooked rice.
Prep
- Thaw chicken breast if frozen.
Kitchen equipment
Large SkilletRice Cooker or Pot With Lid