Irresistible 30-Minute Chicken Stir Fry
A fast, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and zesty sauces, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces Use fresh chicken for best flavor.
- 2 tbsp cornstarch Helps create a crispy texture.
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil For frying.
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1–2 pieces red chilies, sliced Adjust for spice preference.
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced Fresh garlic adds depth of flavor.
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp crushed black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cut chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Cooking
- Once hot, add the chicken to the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until browned and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic, sliced onion, chopped green bell pepper, and red chilies. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the sautéed vegetables.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, crushed black pepper, and water. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the pan.
- Toss everything together to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
Serving
- Serve the stir-fry hot, ideally over a bed of steamed rice or your favorite noodles.
Notes
For added crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Adjust the amount of red chilies to suit your spice tolerance.