Description
A quick, flavorful stir-fry with tender chicken, fresh Asian greens, and a savory sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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500 g (1.1 lbs) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or peanut oil)
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1 medium onion, sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
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1 red chili, deseeded and sliced (optional)
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1 bunch bok choy, chopped
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1 cup snow peas, trimmed
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 cup baby spinach leaves
Sauce:
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3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tablespoons oyster sauce
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 3 tablespoons water
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1 teaspoon honey or sugar
Garnish:
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2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
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2 green onions, sliced
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Fresh coriander leaves (optional)
Instructions
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Slice chicken and chop vegetables. Mix sauce ingredients in a bowl.
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Heat a wok over high heat. Add 1 tbsp oil and cook chicken for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove.
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Add remaining oil. Sauté garlic, ginger, onion, and chili for 30 seconds.
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Add broccoli and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add bok choy and snow peas, cooking 2–3 minutes more. Toss in spinach until wilted.
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Return chicken to pan. Add sauce and stir until thickened and glossy.
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Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and coriander. Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Notes
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Keep heat high for crisp vegetables.
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Prep all ingredients before cooking, as stir-frying moves fast.
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Substitute chicken with beef, shrimp, or tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: chicken stir-fry, Asian greens stir-fry, quick chicken dinner