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Chicken Stir Fry Recipe

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A vibrant and flavorful Chicken Stir Fry featuring tender chicken thighs and a medley of fresh vegetables tossed in a savory honey-soy sauce with cashews, delivering a perfect balance of sweet and salty in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Vegetables

  • 1/2 zucchini, sliced or cubed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 small carrot, julienned or cubed
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 red pepper, cubed
  • 1/2 onion, cubed
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced

Sauce and Seasoning

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or gluten-free soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch

Others

  • 2 Tbsp oil, divided
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup cashews

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken and Vegetables: Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and cut into bite-sized pieces. Prepare vegetables by cutting zucchini, broccoli, carrot, mushrooms, red pepper, and onion into uniform pieces approximately the same size as the chicken for even cooking.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine chicken broth, water, soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch. Stir well and set aside to allow the cornstarch to settle.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add chicken in a single layer, cooking until browned and cooked through. Stir as needed and then remove chicken from pan, setting aside.
  4. Sauté Vegetables: Add remaining oil and unsalted butter to the pan. Add broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms, red peppers, onion, and carrots. Stir frequently and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender but still vibrant, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Add Aromatics and Chicken: Return chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking and stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Finish with Sauce and Cashews: Whisk the sauce again to re-incorporate the cornstarch. Pour the sauce into the pan along with the cashews. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients thoroughly. Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds if desired before serving.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
  • Adjust honey quantity to taste for more or less sweetness.
  • Ensure vegetables are cut evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Use a wok or large skillet for best stir fry results.
  • For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or chili paste when adding garlic and ginger.

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