Description
This Quick Thai Chicken Stir Fry is a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner packed with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a bold Thai-inspired sauce. It’s a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, all brought together in one fast and simple dish. With ingredients like soy sauce, lime, and a hint of honey, this stir fry is a vibrant and healthy meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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For the Stir Fry:
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1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
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1 medium carrot, julienned
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1 zucchini, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
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2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
For the Thai Sauce:
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional, but adds great flavor)
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon sriracha or chili paste (adjust to your spice preference)
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1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (optional, for extra flavor)
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Instructions
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Prepare the Sauce:
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In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, fish sauce (if using), lime juice, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, and sesame oil. Set aside.
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Cook the Chicken:
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Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add the sliced chicken and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and browned.
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Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
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In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
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Add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the sliced bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender but still vibrant.
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Combine the Chicken and Sauce:
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Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables.
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Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables, tossing to coat everything evenly.
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Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld together.
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Garnish and Serve:
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Remove from heat and garnish with fresh green onions. Serve immediately, either on its own or over cooked rice or noodles.
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Notes
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You can customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand—snow peas, broccoli, or baby corn also work well in this stir fry.
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If you prefer a spicier dish, feel free to add extra sriracha or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
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To make this dish gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and check that your fish sauce is gluten-free.
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For extra texture and flavor, top with chopped peanuts or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg