Description
Vegetable Chicken Stir Fry is a vibrant and delicious dish that brings together tender chicken and an array of colorful vegetables, all enveloped in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe can be made in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families or gatherings. The combination of fresh garlic, ginger, and honey in the sauce elevates the flavors, while the variety of vegetables ensures a nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and customizable. Serve it over rice or quinoa for an added touch, or enjoy it as is for a lighter option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into strips
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 large carrot, cut into thin strands
- 12 oz mushrooms, sliced or quartered
- 1 1/2 cups medium broccoli florets
- 1/2 red pepper, cut into thin strands
- 3 Tbsp oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, grated
- 1½ tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp corn starch
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Cook pasta al dente with 1 tsp oil and a dash of salt according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and return to pot; cover to keep warm.
- In a small bowl, whisk all of the ingredients for the sauce. Set aside.
- Peel and clean vegetables. Slice or quarter mushrooms, cut broccoli into medium florets, and slice carrot and red pepper into thin strands.
- Slice the chicken into thin strips.
- In a large skillet over medium/high heat, heat 1 Tbsp oil. Once hot, add chicken. Sauté until fully cooked. Lightly season with salt and pepper; mix well and remove chicken from skillet.
- Sauté vegetables in skillet with remaining 2 Tbsp oil until tender.
- Add butter, grated garlic, and ginger to skillet; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour sauce into skillet; bring to a soft boil.
- Add cooked pasta and sautéed chicken back into skillet. Mix everything well.
- Cook until sauce thickens slightly and pasta heats through. Enjoy your Vegetable Chicken Stir Fry!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg