Garlic Chicken Stir Fry
This Garlic chicken stir fry is a quick and easy dinner option packed with fresh garlic, tender chicken, and crisp veggies. It's perfect for busy weeknights and easily customizable!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil divided use
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup mushrooms halved
- 1 yellow bell pepper cored, seeded, and thinly sliced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the broccoli, mushrooms, and bell peppers to the pan. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until they are tender but crisp. Remove from the skillet and cover to keep warm.
- Wipe the pan clean, then heat the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil over high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Reduce the heat to medium, then stir in minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return the sautéed vegetables to the pan.
- In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve your garlic chicken stir fry hot, with steamed rice or cauliflower rice, if desired.