Chicken and Veggie Stir Fry

This chicken and veggie stir fry is a quick, flavorful, and nutritious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Packed with chicken, colorful stir-fried veggies, and yummy fluffy rice, it’s a well-rounded dish that’s sure to become a family favorite.

The combination of protein, vegetables, and rice makes this stir fry a balanced meal that’s both satisfying and delicious. You can use classic stir fry veggies like broccoli, bell peppers, snap peas, and carrots, or mix it up with whatever you have on hand.

A savory sauce ties everything together, and you can customize the flavor to your liking—go spicy, sweet, or tangy! Serve it fresh, or make extra for an easy meal prep for lunch or dinner later in the week.

Whether you’re looking for a healthy dinner idea or a versatile meal-prep option, this chicken and veggie stir fry recipe deliver!

Chicken and Veggie Stir Fry

Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

  • Rice
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups water or broth
  • Sauce
  • 1/4 -1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 T cornstarch
  • 1 cup broth chicken, vegetable, or beef
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • Stir fry
  • 1 T vegetable oil
  • 6-8 ounces Chicken
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 carrot sliced
  • 1/2 green pepper sliced
  • 1 tsp garlic
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Prepare rice by putting the rice, water, and salt in a sauce pan. Bring water to a boil then turn it down to a simmer and cover. Let simmer until all of the water has absorbed. If needed add more water until the rice is tender. Let sit and fluff with a fork.
  2. Mix these sauce ingredients together in a small bowl.
  3. In a large skillet heat 1 T of oil. Stir-fry the meat of choice until cooked through.
  4. Add broccoli, carrots, and peppers and cook over high heat until tender crisp, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add garlic, stir for 30 seconds.
  6. Stir in the sauce mix and add to the pan. Bring the sauce to a boil and cook while stirring for 1 minute or until thickened.
  7. Top with sesame seeds and serve over hot rice.