Chicken And Bell Pepper Stir-Fry – Bon Appetit

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A quick, savory Asian-inspired weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken and crisp vegetables.
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This classic stir-fry delivers a perfect balance of tender, sesame-crusted chicken and vibrant, crisp-tender vegetables. The combination of ginger, garlic, and soy sauce creates a savory umami-rich sauce that coats every bite beautifully. With its simple yet sophisticated flavor profile, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights when you crave something healthy but satisfying. It pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles. The quick cooking time ensures the chicken remains juicy while the bell peppers and snow peas retain their bright color and crunch. It’s a versatile recipe that comes together in under thirty minutes, making it a reliable favorite for family dinners or casual entertaining.

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Chicken And Bell Pepper Stir-Fry – Bon Appetit

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 187.3

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This classic stir-fry delivers a perfect balance of tender, sesame-crusted chicken and vibrant, crisp-tender vegetables. The combination of ginger, garlic, and soy sauce creates a savory umami-rich sauce that coats every bite beautifully. With its simple yet sophisticated flavor profile, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights when you crave something healthy but satisfying. It pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles. The quick cooking time ensures the chicken remains juicy while the bell peppers and snow peas retain their bright color and crunch. It&# 226;ÂÂs a versatile recipe that comes together in under thirty minutes, making it a reliable favorite for family dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1/4-inch strips.
  2. Cut yellow and red bell peppers into 1/2-inch strips.
  3. Peel and mince fresh ginger and garlic cloves.
  4. Remove strings from snow peas.
  5. Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
  6. Combine all-purpose flour and lightly toasted sesame seeds in a large plastic bag.
  7. Add chicken strips to the bag and shake vigorously to coat evenly.
  8. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  9. Add coated chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until opaque and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  10. Add snow peas, bell peppers, rice wine (or dry sherry), ginger, soy sauce, and garlic.
  11. Stir-fry until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are springy to the touch, about 4 minutes.
  12. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  13. Serve hot over freshly cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 187.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.1g7%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 96.5mg33%
Sodium 84.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 35.2g71%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken stir fry, bell pepper, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame seeds, snow peas, wok, quick dinner, asian cuisine, protein, vegetables, boneless skinless, rice wine, healthy meal
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