Garlic Butter Chicken Stir Fry

A weeknight hero: tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a glossy garlic butter sauce that comes together in one pan in under 30 minutes. Serve over rice and dinner is done.

35 min4 servingsEasy
You'll needStovetopOne PanWokAirfryer

Ingredients

  • 500gchicken breast, cubed
  • 6garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tablespoonsbutter
  • 2bell peppers, sliced
  • 200gbroccoli florets
  • 1 mediumonion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoonssoy sauce
  • 1 tablespoonsesame oil
  • 1 teaspoonginger, minced
  • 1red chili, sliced
  • 2 tablespoonscornstarch
  • salt and pepperto taste

How to make it

Step 1

Pat chicken dry and coat with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large wok or skillet over high heat.

Step 3

Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

Step 4

Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the wok.

Step 5

Stir-fry minced garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add onion, bell peppers, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 7

Return chicken to the wok.

Step 8

Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture. Toss well to combine.

Step 9

Add red chili and stir for 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

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