Spicy Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice 🌶️🥢
Your quick weeknight dinner fix just got a major glow-up!
📝 Ingredients :
1 lb boneless chicken breast or thigh, sliced into thin strips
1 cup cooked white rice (jasmine or basmati)
1 small red bell pepper, sliced
1 small green bell pepper, sliced
1 medium carrot, julienned
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce (or hoisin as a sub)
1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Salt & pepper to taste
🍽️ How to Make It :
1️⃣ Prep the Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sriracha, and cornstarch with 2 tbsp water. This blend creates a sticky-spicy glaze and serious flavor punch.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken:
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until golden and cooked through—high-protein dinner win and juicy texture goal.
3️⃣ Stir-Fry the Veggies:
In the same pan, add remaining oil, garlic, and all the veggies. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until just tender for that crisp bite feel and colorful meal magic.
4️⃣ Toss in the Sauce:
Return chicken to the pan, pour in sauce, and stir everything until coated and glossy. Simmer for 1–2 minutes—this is your takeout-style finish and sauce-lovers dream.
5️⃣ Plate and Serve:
Serve hot over a scoop of fluffy white rice for that comfort food classic with weeknight dinner ease