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.
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)
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes, until browned. Remove from pan.
Add more oil if needed, then sauté onion, bell pepper, carrots, and broccoli for 4-5 minutes.
Add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, water, and red pepper flakes.
Add chicken back to the pan, pour in sauce, and toss to coat. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until sauce thickens.
Serve hot over rice or noodles.