Quick & Healthy High Protein Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe
Yield: 4 Serving
High-Protein Chicken & Vegetable Stir-Fry
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A quick, lean, and incredibly flavorful dinner packed with tender chicken breast, colorful crisp vegetables, and a delicious garlic-ginger savory sauce. Perfect for meal prep, post-workout fuel, or a fast weeknight meal.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Veggies:
- 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced into bite-sized cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 cup sugar snap peas or sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced cremini or button mushrooms
For the Savory Stir-Fry Sauce:
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
- 2 tbsp chicken broth or water
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Garnish (Optional):
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Whisk the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, chicken broth, honey, cornstarch, minced ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat ½ tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and golden brown. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the remaining ½ tablespoon of oil to the same pan. Add the broccoli, red bell pepper, snap peas, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until the vegetables are vibrant and tender-crisp.
- Combine & Thicken: Reduce heat to medium. Return the chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Whisk the sauce again quickly, then pour it over the stir-fry.
- Toss to Coat: Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and vegetables.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot over brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 468Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 1055mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 8gSugar: 10gProtein: 62g
