30-Minute Skinny Chicken Stir-Fry (Printer View)

Lean chicken breast and crisp vegetables tossed in a light, tasty sauce for a quick wholesome dinner.

# What you'll need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 cups broccoli florets
03 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
04 - 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 2 green onions, sliced

→ Aromatics and Sauce

06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
08 - 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
09 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
11 - 1 tablespoon honey
12 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
13 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch
14 - 1/4 cup water

→ Cooking

15 - 1 tablespoon canola or avocado oil

→ Optional Garnish

16 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
17 - Fresh cilantro or extra green onions for serving

# Method:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water. Set aside.
02 - Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly browned and just cooked through. Remove chicken to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add broccoli, snap peas, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
05 - Return chicken to the pan. Pour in the prepared sauce, tossing everything to coat. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, until sauce thickens and everything is hot.
06 - Stir in green onions. Remove from heat. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and cilantro or extra green onions if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready from start to finish in just 30 minutes.
  • Packed with lean protein and high-fiber vegetables like broccoli and snap peas.
  • Low in fat and dairy-free for a lighter meal.
  • Features a flavorful sauce that is far healthier than restaurant versions.
02 -
  • Prep all your vegetables and whisk the sauce before you start cooking, as the stir-fry process moves very quickly once the heat is on.
  • The cornstarch is essential for creating that glossy, thick sauce that coats every ingredient.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan; if your skillet is small, cook the chicken and vegetables in batches to maintain high heat.
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