🥢 Healthy Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry
Busy evenings call for meals that are fast, healthy, and satisfying—and this Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry checks all the boxes! Packed with lean protein, crunchy vegetables, and a savory soy-ginger sauce, this dish comes together in just 25 minutes. It’s the ultimate weeknight dinner that’s both wholesome and delicious.
🌱 Why You’ll Love This Stir-Fry
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Quick & easy – Ready in under 30 minutes.
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Nutritious & filling – Balanced with protein, fiber, and vitamins.
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Customizable – Use your favorite vegetables.
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Better than takeout – Healthy, homemade, and full of flavor!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
For the Stir-Fry:
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2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
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2 cups broccoli florets
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 medium carrot, julienned
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1 zucchini, sliced
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2 tbsp olive oil (or sesame oil for extra flavor)
For the Sauce:
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3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
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1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
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1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
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1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (to thicken)
👩🍳 Method
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Prepare sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
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Cook chicken – Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pan or wok. Add chicken slices and stir-fry until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from pan.
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Stir-fry veggies – In the same pan, add another tbsp of oil. Toss in broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
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Combine & finish – Return chicken to the pan. Pour in the sauce and stir until everything is well coated and the sauce slightly thickens.
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Serve hot – Pair with steamed brown rice, jasmine rice, or quinoa.
🍋 Pro Tips
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Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for variety.
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Add a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for extra crunch.
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Double the sauce if you like it extra saucy!
🌟 Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
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Calories: ~390 kcal
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Protein: 32g
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Fiber: 6g
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Healthy fats: 10g
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Rich in vitamin A, C & potassium
This Healthy Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry is a lifesaver on busy nights—fresh, flavorful, and ready in minutes. It’s proof that healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring or time-consuming.
👉 Make it tonight and enjoy a dinner that’s both fast and nourishing!
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