Quick Flavorful Weeknight Meal (Printable)
Vibrant dinner ready in 30 minutes with bold flavors
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 red onion, sliced
05 - 2 cups broccoli florets
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauce & Seasonings
07 - 3 tbsp soy sauce
08 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
10 - 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
11 - 0.5 tsp chili flakes
12 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ To Serve
13 - 4 cups cooked steamed rice or quinoa
14 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or green onions
# How-To Steps:
01 - Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook for 4–6 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
02 - In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil. Sauté garlic, ginger, onion, and bell peppers for 3–4 minutes until just tender.
03 - Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and chili flakes.
05 - Return the protein to the pan. Pour the sauce over everything and stir to coat. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and let simmer for 4–5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and veggies are vibrant.
06 - Serve over steamed rice or quinoa. Garnish with cilantro or green onions.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This stir fry comes together faster than delivery would arrive, but tastes like something youd order from your favorite neighborhood spot
- The sauce hits all the right notes, salty sweet tangy and just a little spicy, coating everything in glossy perfection
02 -
- Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken, work in batches if necessary so the meat browns instead of steams
- Have all ingredients prepped and the sauce whisked before you turn on the heat, stir fries move too fast for prep as you go
03 -
- Preheat your pan thoroughly before adding oil, food will stick less and develop better color
- Toast your chili flakes in the hot oil for 30 seconds before adding other ingredients to unlock their essential oils