Chicken Stir-Fry

[The Wok This Way Remix]

Quick, colorful stir-fry with tender chicken and crisp vegetables in savory Asian-inspired sauce. This is weeknight dinner perfection that’s healthy, delicious, and ready in minutes.

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Makes

Serves 4

Total Time

25 min (15 min prep)

Ingredients

For Stir-Fry:
1 1/2 lbs (680g) boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tbsp (45ml) avocado oil, divided
2 bell peppers, sliced (any color, 300g)
1 large onion, sliced (200g)
2 medium carrots, julienned (140g)
1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons (200g)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp (15g) fresh ginger, minced
3 green onions, chopped (30g)
2 tbsp (16g) sesame seeds for garnish

For Sauce:
1/4 cup (60ml) coconut aminos
2 tbsp (30ml) rice vinegar
1 tbsp (21g) raw honey
1 tbsp (15ml) toasted sesame oil
1 tsp (3g) arrowroot powder
1/4 tsp (0.5g) red pepper flakes
1 tsp (6g) sea salt
1/4 tsp (0.5g) black pepper

Steps

Prep:

In small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, arrowroot powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set sauce aside.

Heat:

Heat 2 tablespoons avocado oil in large wok or heavy skillet over high heat until oil shimmers and almost begins to smoke.

Sear:

Add chicken pieces in single layer without overcrowding. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, then stir-fry 3-4 minutes more until golden brown and cooked through. Remove to plate.

Stir-Fry:

Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to same pan. Add bell peppers, onion, and carrots. Stir-fry constantly for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender and lightly charred.

Add:

Add zucchini slices, minced garlic, and ginger to vegetables. Continue stir-frying for 2 minutes more until zucchini is just tender but still has bite.

Combine:

Return cooked chicken to pan and toss with vegetables. Pour prepared sauce over everything, stirring constantly to coat evenly.

Finish:

Continue stir-frying for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy, coating all ingredients evenly. Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking.

Serve:

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice while hot and vegetables retain their crisp texture.

Make it Good For The Gut (Optional)

Use fermented coconut aminos for additional probiotics and deeper umami flavor. Add 1 tablespoon kimchi (chopped) during last minute of cooking for beneficial bacteria and spicy kick. Include 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger beyond the recipe amount for digestive support and anti-inflammatory properties. Serve over fermented vegetables or alongside a small portion of sauerkraut for additional gut-friendly bacteria.

Remix Options

Protein Alternatives: Use beef sirloin, pork tenderloin, shrimp, or tofu for different flavors and textures – adjust cooking times accordingly. Vegetable Variations: Try broccoli, snap peas, mushrooms, baby corn, water chestnuts, or bok choy for seasonal variety. Sauce Modifications: Thai-style with fish sauce and lime, teriyaki with mirin and ginger, or spicy with sriracha and garlic chili sauce. Noodle Additions: Serve over rice noodles, shirataki noodles, or cauliflower rice for complete meal. Texture Enhancements: Add cashews, peanuts, or water chestnuts for crunch; bamboo shoots or baby corn for authentic Asian flavors. Heat Levels: Mild (omit red pepper flakes), medium (as written), or hot (add 1 sliced jalapeño or 1 tsp sriracha). Marinade Option: Marinate chicken in 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tbsp oil, and 1 tsp ginger for 30 minutes before cooking.

Good To Know

High Heat Essential: Wok cooking requires very high heat to achieve proper sear on protein and maintain vegetable crispness – don’t overcrowd the pan. Prep Strategy: Have all ingredients cut and sauce mixed before starting to cook, as stir-frying happens very quickly once you begin. Chicken Thigh Advantage: Dark meat stays tender and juicy even with high-heat cooking, unlike breast meat which can dry out. Oil Selection: Avocado oil has high smoke point perfect for wok cooking, while sesame oil is added at end for flavor, not cooking. Vegetable Timing: Add harder vegetables first (carrots, peppers) then softer ones (zucchini) to ensure even cooking and optimal texture. Sauce Technique: Arrowroot powder thickens quickly – stir constantly when adding sauce to prevent lumps and achieve glossy finish. Garnish Impact: Sesame seeds and green onions added at end provide textural contrast and fresh flavor boost. Storage Tips: Leftovers keep 3 days refrigerated; reheat in skillet over high heat to restore crispness rather than microwave. Serving Suggestions: Perfect over cauliflower rice, quinoa, or brown rice for complete balanced meal.