5-Ingredient Chicken Stir-Fry
When you can't decide what to cook, this 15-minute staple is the perfect low-effort winner.
We have all had those evenings where the couch feels like a magnet and making a decision on dinner feels like a marathon. This chicken stir-fry is designed specifically for those moments because it requires minimal prep and very few ingredients to hit that satisfying savory craving. By using a simple sauce base, you get that classic umami punch without having to hunt through your pantry for twenty different spices. The high heat of the pan sears the chicken quickly, creating a delicious texture while the vegetables soften just enough to be tender. You can expect a deeply satisfying, warm meal that feels like real cooking but takes less than twenty minutes from start to finish. It smells incredible—like a high-end takeout spot—but it happens right in your own kitchen with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breast — cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cup mixed frozen vegetables — broccoli, carrots, and snap peas work great
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 unit garlic — minced
Method
- 1 Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 2 Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and no longer pink on the outside, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3 Stir in the minced garlic and cook for just 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4 Toss in the frozen vegetable mix and sauté for 4-5 minutes until heated through.
- 5 Pour in the soy sauce and toss everything together to coat thoroughly.
- 6 Simmer for 2 minutes while stirring, then serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Variations
- Vegetarian Swap — Replace the chicken with extra-firm tofu cubes or a can of drained chickpeas.
- Faster Prep — Use pre-minced garlic from a jar to save an extra 2 minutes of prep time.
Notes
If you want a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
Equipment that helps
- Large Skillet — Allows you to sear the chicken and toss everything together in one pan for easy cleanup.
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