Quick and Easy Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetable Recipe

Looking for a delicious and easy weeknight dinner option? Look no further than this one-pan wonder stir fry chicken breast and vegetable recipe. With just a few simple ingredients and one pan, you can create a flavourful and nutritious meal in no time.

This recipe is perfect for those who are short on time, but still want to enjoy a healthy and satisfying dinner. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress. So grab your pan and get ready to create a delicious meal that your whole family will love!

Table of Contents

• The Benefits of One-Pan Cooking
• Ingredients for Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetable Recipe
• Preparing the Ingredients
• Cooking the Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetable Recipe
• Tips for Perfecting Your Stir Fry Cooking Technique
  • Serving Suggestions (Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetables)
  • One-Pan Cooking Variations – Beef or Shrimp Stir Fry
  • Conclusion
  • Recipe Recap (Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetables)
  • Other One-Pan Recipes You May Like
  • Printed Recipe

The Benefits of One-Pan Cooking

One-pan cooking has become increasingly popular in recent years, and certainly for good reason. It’s a great way to save time and energy in the kitchen, and it also means fewer dishes to wash.

With one-pan cooking, you can create delicious and nutritious meals using just one pan. This method of cooking is perfect for those with 9 to 5 jobs who are short on time, but still want to prepare a healthy meal for the family.

Ingredients for Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetable Recipe

• You will need:
  • 450 grams of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into cubes or thin strips
  • 1/2 tsp crushed peppercorns
  • 1 tsp Salt

• Vegetables
  • 100 grams Broccoli florets
  • 1 medium Carrot, sliced
  • 1 medium Capsicum, sliced
  • 1 tbsp Garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger, minced (5 to 6 cloves)

• Stir Fry Ingredients
  • 1 tsp Dark Soy Sauce
  • 1 tsp Chili Garlic Sauce
  • Cornflour slurry (2 tsp cornflour + 2 tbsp water)
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable/Sesame Oil
  • 1 tsp Crushed Pepper
  • 1 tsp Chilli flakes
  • 2 to 3 tbsp Water or Stock
  • 1 Stock Cube, crushed (optional)

Preparing the Ingredients

To prepare the ingredients, begin by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-size cubes. In a small bowl, mix together 2 tsp of cornstarch and 2 tbsp of water.

Next, mince the garlic and the ginger and cut the green chillies, and slice the carrots and capsicum. Break the broccoli into small pieces and microwave them for 1 minute with 2 to 3 tbsp of water.

Cooking the Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetable Recipe

In a large pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over high heat. Then add the chicken cubes and sprinkle salt and pepper powder. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Add a tablespoon of oil to the same pan. Then add the garlic, ginger, and green chillies and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add sliced carrots, capsicums, and blanched broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.

Next, add in the chilli garlic sauce and soy sauce and stir fry for a few seconds. Add 2 to 3 tbsps of chicken stock or water and a crushed stock cube (if not using stock), and mix well. Add the chicken back to the pan and stir until everything is coated in the sauce.

Finally, add 1 tsp each of crushed peppercorns and chilli flakes and the cornflour slurry. Stir fry for a minute until the sauce thickens and then turn off the heat.

Tips for Perfecting Your Stir Fry Cooking Technique

Stir fry cooking is all about high heat and quick cooking times. Here are a few tips to help you perfect your stir fry technique:

– Make sure your pan or wok is hot before adding the oil and other ingredients. This will help prevent sticking and also ensure that your food cooks evenly.

– Cut your ingredients into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.

– Cook the ingredients in batches to prevent overcrowding in the pan, which can cause the temperature to drop and prevent proper cooking.

– Add the sauce at the end of cooking to prevent the ingredients from becoming too soggy.

Serving Suggestions (Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetables)

This Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetable Recipe is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with rice or noodles for a more filling meal. Garnish with roasted sesame seeds for added flavour and texture.

One-Pan Cooking Variations – Beef or Shrimp Stir Fry

If you’re not a fan of chicken, then you can easily swap it out for beef or shrimp in this recipe. Simply slice the beef or shrimp into thin strips and then follow the same cooking instructions as the chicken.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this one-pan wonder stir fry chicken breast and vegetable recipe is a delicious and easy meal option for those busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients and one pan, you can create a flavourful and nutritious meal in no time.

Nonetheless, remember to follow the tips for perfecting your stir fry cooking technique, and feel free to experiment with different vegetables and proteins. Enjoy Cooking!

Recipe Recap (Stir Fry Chicken Breast and Vegetables)

• Slice 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-size cubes

• Mix 2 tsp cornflour with 2 tbsp of water in a small bowl.

• Mince 2 cloves garlic and grate 1-inch ginger. Also, cut the green chillies.

• Slice carrots and capsicums. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized pieces and blanch for a minute.

• In a large pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over high heat.

• Add the chicken cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes or till brown all over.

• Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

• Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the same pan.

• Next, add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 30 seconds.

• Add the vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes.

• Now add chilli garlic sauce and soy sauce and stir fry for a minute. Also, add 2 to 3 tbsp of water or stock and a crushed stock cube. Mix well with the vegetables and stir until well combined.

• Add the chicken back to the pan and stir until everything is coated in the sauce. Finally, add crushed peppercorns and chilli flakes. Stry fry for a few seconds and then turn off the heat.

• Serve and enjoy!

Other One-Pan Recipes You May Like

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Pan-Fried Boneless Chicken Thighs Recipe

Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken Breast Recipe

Printed Recipe

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