Description
Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken and vibrant vegetables in a savory sesame sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe takes under 30 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal option for family dinners or entertaining friends. With its delightful mix of textures and bold flavors, this dish will become a weeknight favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
Instructions
- Prepare chicken and vegetables by chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- Marinate the chicken in a bowl with soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger for about 10 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add marinated chicken to the pan in a single layer; cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 5 minutes).
- Toss in mixed vegetables when the chicken is halfway done; stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Drizzle any remaining marinade over the stir-fry and cook for another minute.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute vegetables based on what you have available. For added heat, incorporate chili flakes or sriracha into the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat gently in a skillet.
