Dinner

Easy Chicken Stir Fry Recipe

Byreem everly February 10, 2026February 10, 2026

Introduction

This easy chicken stir fry is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with vibrant vegetables and a savory homemade sauce, it’s a healthy dish the whole family will enjoy.

A cast iron pan filled with a colorful chicken stir-fry, showing three main layers: bite-sized pieces of golden brown chicken, bright green broccoli florets, and large chunks of red and yellow bell peppers. The stir-fry is coated evenly with a glossy brown sauce, and sprinkled with small white sesame seeds. The pan sits on a white marbled surface, highlighting the vibrant colors of the dish. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 boneless chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch pieces
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
2 cups broccoli florets, diced into bite-size pieces
1/2 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup carrots, shredded
1/2 tsp ground ginger
2 tsp minced garlic
2 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, chicken broth, soy sauce, and honey. Set the sauce mixture aside.
Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-high and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Step 4: Stir in the ground ginger and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes aromatic.
Step 5: Return the chicken to the skillet. Pour in the prepared stir fry sauce and stir to coat the chicken and vegetables. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, and let it boil for 1 minute to thicken the sauce.
Step 6: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the stir fry and serve immediately, either on its own or over rice. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add water chestnuts or snap peas along with the vegetables.
Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp to change up the protein.
Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt in the dish.
If you like it spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha to the sauce.

Storage

Store leftover stir fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through. Add a splash of water or broth when reheating if the sauce has thickened too much.