Simple chicken and vegetable stir-fry recipe

What makes this such a great easy chicken stir-fry recipe?

The best part about stir-fries is that anyone can make them, regardless of cooking abilities. But this chicken stir-fry recipe is one we find ourselves coming back to again and again when we crave a healthy, easy meal during the mid-week dinner rush. Ready in 30 minutes, our easy chicken stir-fry uses a range of colourful vegies, tender chicken breast, and a salty, sweet Asian-inspired sauce. Not to mention it has an 8.4 health star rating, making it great for those following a lower-calorie diet.

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Step 1

Heat wok over high heat for about 1 minute (see note). Add 1 tablespoon of the oil and swirl it around the wok to coat the entire cooking surface and heat for 30-60 seconds or until very hot. Add half the chicken strips and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes or until the chicken is sealed and just cooked through (see note). Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside. Add about half the remaining peanut oil to the wok and repeat the process with the remaining chicken strips.

Step 2

Add the remaining oil to the wok and heat over high heat until hot. Add the onion and capsicum and stir-fry for 2 minutes (see note).

Step 3

Add the mushrooms and broccolini and stir-fry for a further 2 minutes. Add the ginger, garlic and chillies. Season with salt and stir-fry for 1 minute or until aromatic (see note).

Step 4

Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce and water and toss for about 1 minute. Return the chicken to the wok and stir until the vegetables and chicken are coated with the sauces and the vegetables are tender crisp.