Description
Enjoy a vibrant and mouthwatering meal with this Jalapeño Chicken Stir-Fry, ready in just 30 minutes. This dish combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables and the perfect amount of heat from jalapeños, creating an explosion of flavors that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Perfect for busy weeknights, this customizable recipe allows you to adjust spice levels and incorporate your favorite veggies for a delightful family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
- 2 fresh jalapeños, chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: slice chicken breast, chop jalapeños (removing seeds if desired), and dice peppers and onion.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil until shimmering, then add chicken strips. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet; toss in garlic, onions, jalapeños, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until slightly tender yet still crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with soy sauce. Mix well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican/Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg