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Easy Chicken & Vegetable Stir Fry: A Quick, Flavorful, and Healthy Meal

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This easy chicken and vegetable stir fry is packed with lean protein, colorful veggies, and a savory sauce—making it the perfect quick and healthy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 cup broccoli florets

  • 2 carrots, sliced

  • 1 medium onion, sliced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or sesame oil

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)

  • 1 tablespoon honey (or brown sugar)

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon water

  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes, until browned. Remove from pan.

  2. Add more oil if needed, then sauté onion, bell pepper, carrots, and broccoli for 4-5 minutes.

  3. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.

  4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, water, and red pepper flakes.

  5. Add chicken back to the pan, pour in sauce, and toss to coat. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until sauce thickens.

  6. Serve hot over rice or noodles.