Chicken Stir Fry Recipe That Nails the Sauce Ratio
A fast, fresh, and flavorful chicken stir fry with the perfect sauce ratio that rivals takeout in taste and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
2 tbsp neutral oil
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
1/2 cup carrots, thinly sliced
1/2 onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water
1 tsp sesame oil
Green onion and sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Slice chicken and veggies.
- Whisk together soy sauce, hoisin, honey, vinegar, and cornstarch slurry.
- Heat oil in skillet or wok. Cook chicken 2–3 minutes per side. Remove.
- Stir fry garlic, ginger, and onion for 30 seconds.
- Add broccoli and carrots, stir 2 minutes. Add bell pepper last.
- Return chicken to pan, pour in sauce, toss until coated.
- Cook 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Finish with sesame oil and optional garnishes.
Notes
Prep everything before cooking for best results. Use high heat and stir constantly for even cooking and crisp veggies.