Description
This quick and flavorful gluten-free chicken stir-fry is packed with fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a delicious homemade sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a perfect healthy and satisfying meal for busy nights
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper (red, yellow, or green), sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup snap peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup tamari or gluten-free soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- 2 tbsp cooking oil (avocado or coconut oil)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or gluten-free noodles (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients – Slice the chicken into thin strips and chop the vegetables for even cooking.
- Make the Sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and chicken broth. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken – Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned and fully cooked, about 5–6 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables – In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, and snap peas. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Combine Everything – Return the chicken to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss everything together. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly.
- Garnish & Serve – Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot over rice or gluten-free noodles.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option – Swap chicken for tofu or tempeh.
- Spicy Kick – Add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
- Different Veggies – Try mushrooms, zucchini, bok choy, or water chestnuts.
- Nutty Flavor – Toss in some cashews or peanuts for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keywords: Gluten-Free Stir-Fry, Chicken Stir-Fry, Easy Dinner Recipe, Healthy Stir-Fry, Quick Chicken Recipe