Are you tired of boring, bland chicken dinners that leave you uninspired? Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this mouthwatering Orange Sesame Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry that promises to be your new favorite go-to meal! In just 35 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's bursting with vibrant flavors, colorful vegetables, and a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes that will have your family begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing chicken breast into thin, uniform strips and cutting vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and ginger finely.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and orange zest to create the stir-fry sauce. Set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a large wok or wide skillet over medium-high heat until oil is shimmering and hot.
- Add sliced chicken to the hot pan, spreading pieces in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes without stirring, allowing chicken to develop a golden-brown sear.
- Stir chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until nearly cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside on a clean plate.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, and carrots to the pan. Stir-fry vegetables for 4-5 minutes until they are crisp-tender and retain their vibrant colors.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan with vegetables. Pour prepared sauce over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken and glaze the chicken and vegetables.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the stir-fry just before removing from heat.
- Serve hot over steamed rice, garnishing with additional sesame seeds and optional chopped green onions if desired.
Tips
- Prep is Key: Slice all ingredients uniformly to ensure even cooking and a professional-looking dish.
- High Heat Magic: Use a wok or wide skillet and keep the heat high to achieve that coveted restaurant-style sear on your chicken.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook chicken and vegetables in batches if needed to maintain high heat and prevent steaming.
- Sauce Timing: Add the sauce towards the end of cooking to prevent burning and allow it to create a beautiful glaze.
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh garlic and ginger for maximum flavor impact.
- Sesame Seed Finale: Sprinkle sesame seeds just before serving for added texture and visual appeal.
- Rice Recommendation: Serve over steamed jasmine or basmati rice for the perfect complementary base.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 342kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 93mg
