Quick Asian Dinner
This Quick Asian Dinner is an easy, flavorful meal that combines fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a savory soy-based sauce. It’s perfect for busy nights when you crave a delicious dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Packed with protein and veggies, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser and can be customized to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced thinly
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch (optional for thickening sauce)
- Cooked rice, for serving
- Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced chicken to the pan and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same pan, add onion, bell pepper, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Add garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using), and stir for another 1 minute.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and cornstarch (if using). Stir everything together and cook for 2-3 more minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice and garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Feel free to add any other vegetables you like such as snap peas, carrots, or mushrooms.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari sauce instead of regular soy sauce.
- This recipe can be made ahead and reheated for a quick lunch.
Find it online: https://yumfamilyrecipes.com/quick-asian-dinner/
