Spicy Chicken Stir Fry

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4.9

38 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    326 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Asian

Spicy Chicken Stir Fry

A stir-fry with chicken breast, veggies, and cashews, all tossed in a savory and spicy sauce.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil divided use, or olive oil
  • 1 1/4 pounds chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces, boneless skinless
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ginger fresh, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons Chili garlic sauce or more to taste (available in the Asian food aisle)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons green onion sliced
  • 1/3 cup cashews toasted, or almonds
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • brown rice cooked, optional, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened and lightly browned.
  2. Add the broccoli and 1 tablespoon of water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is tender, approximately 3 minutes.
  3. Add the bell pepper and ginger and cook for 2 minutes more, or until peppers are just softened.
  4. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper to taste, then transfer to a plate. Cover to keep warm.
  5. Wipe out the pan with a paper towel and add the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until chicken is browned and cooked through. Add the vegetables back to the pan.
  6. While the chicken is cooking, make the sauce.
  7. In a small bowl mix together the soy sauce, honey, and chili garlic sauce. In another small bowl, add the cornstarch along with 2 teaspoons of cold water, whisk to combine.
  8. Add the cornstarch mixture to the soy sauce mixture and stir until thoroughly combined
  9. Pour the sauce into the pan with the chicken and vegetables and turn up the heat to high. Bring the sauce to a boil and cook for 30 seconds or until just thickened.
  10. Sprinkle the cashews and green onions over the top and serve, with brown rice if desired.

Notes

  • You may use boneless and skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts. I do prefer chicken breasts because they are much leaner and the quality of protein is better in my opinion.
  • Add in more veggies like zucchini. Be creative.
  • You do not have to make it spicy. 
  • Serve with rice, quinoa, or just veggies.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 326kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 90mg (30%) Sodium 1061mg (44%) Potassium 864mg (18%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 1285IU (26%) Vitamin C 82.9mg (92%) Calcium 43mg (4%) Iron 2.1mg (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 326 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 326kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 90mg 30%
Sodium 1061mg 44%
Potassium 864mg 18%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 1285IU 26%
Vitamin C 82.9mg 92%
Calcium 43mg 4%
Iron 2.1mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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