Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs
cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 zucchini
sliced or cubed
- 2 Tbsp oil
divided
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup broccoli
cut into florets
- 1 small carrot
julienned or cubed
- 8 oz mushrooms
sliced
- 1/2 red pepper
cubed
- 4 garlic cloves
minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger
minced
- 1/2 onion
cubed
- ½ cup cashews
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch
Directions
- 1
Trim chicken thighs of excess fat and cut into bite-sized pieces. Cut the vegetables into even-sized pieces (about the same size as the chicken pieces).
- 2
Combine all of the ingredients for the sauce in a bowl.
- 3
In a large pan (or wok), on med/high heat, heat 1 Tbsp oil. Once oil is hot, add chicken in a single layer. Cook chicken until browned, mixing as needed. Once cooked, remove chicken from pan and set aside.
- 4
Add the remaining oil and the butter to skillet with the broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms, red peppers, onion, and carrots. Cook until vegetables are crisp tender, mixing frequently.
- 5
Add chicken back to the pan. Add the garlic and ginger and cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- 6
Add the cashews then pour the sauce into the pan and bring to a boil. Turn down heat and let stir fry simmer until the sauce thickens and is well incorporated with the remaining ingredients. Garnish with green onion and sesame seed before serving if desired.
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About this Recipe
Tired of lackluster takeout? This Chicken Stir Fry Recipe brings vibrant flavors and satisfying textures right to your kitchen, proving homemade truly is better.
This isn't just another stir fry; it's a symphony of textures and tastes crafted to be far superior to your usual takeout. The key lies in the rich, savory-sweet sauce, perfectly balanced with fragrant garlic and ginger, along with the natural sweetness of honey and the depth of soy. This creates an irresistible glaze that clings beautifully to every piece of tender chicken and crisp-tender vegetable, ensuring flavor in every bite.
Prepare for a vibrant, flavorful experience that truly satisfies. You'll find succulent chicken thighs, cooked to perfection, mingling with a colorful array of fresh vegetables: crisp broccoli florets, tender zucchini, vibrant julienned carrots, earthy sliced mushrooms, and bright red pepper cubes. Aromatic minced garlic and fresh ginger infuse the entire dish, creating a warm and inviting aroma even before the first bite.
Each spoonful delivers a harmonious blend of tender ingredients coated in that irresistible sweet and savory sauce. The cashews add a delightful textural contrast, bringing a welcome crunch to the tender medley, elevating this simple dish to something truly special and craveable.
- Customization & Variations Feel free to experiment with the vegetables you have on hand. While zucchini, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, and red pepper are fantastic, you could swap them for other quick-cooking options if preferred. If you don't have cashews, you can certainly omit them or substitute with another type of nut for a similar textural pop.
This Chicken Stir Fry makes a fantastic stand-alone meal, perfect for a busy weeknight or a relaxed family dinner.