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Chicken and Peppers Stir Fry

This Chicken and Peppers Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful dinner made with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a savory glossy sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4Course: DinnerCuisine: Asian-InspiredDifficulty: Easy

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Vegetables
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • Sauce
  • ⅓ cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • Optional Garnish
  • Green onions
  • Sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, toss sliced chicken with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add bell peppers and sauté for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Whisk sauce ingredients together and pour into the skillet.
  6. Return chicken to the pan and toss until sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  7. Garnish if desired and serve immediately.