Savory Chicken Stir-Fry with Garlic Veggies and Steamed Rice
This stir-fry features juicy chicken pieces tossed in a savory garlic sauce with colorful vegetables, served over fluffy steamed rice. It’s a balanced, healthy dish that comes together fast, giving you restaurant-style flavor at home.
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Marinade
500g boneless chicken breast or thighs
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil
For the Garlic Stir-Fry Sauce
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 3 tbsp water
½ cup chicken broth or water
For the Stir-Fry Veggies
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic
1 small onion
1 red bell pepper
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup carrots
1 cup mushrooms
1 tbsp sesame seeds
Fresh spring onion or cilantro
For the Steamed Rice
2 cups jasmine rice
4 cups water
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Make the Rice
Rinse rice until water runs clear.
In a pot, combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, until fluffy.
2. Marinate the Chicken
Mix chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil.
Let rest for 10–15 minutes while you prep veggies.
3. Cook the Stir-Fry
Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high.
Add chicken, stir-fry 4–5 minutes, until golden and cooked. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Saute garlic and onion until fragrant.
Add bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, and mushrooms. Stir-fry 3–4 minutes (keep veggies crisp-tender).
Return chicken to pan. Pour in sauce mixture and cornstarch slurry.
Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, until sauce thickens and coats chicken & veggies.
4. Serve
Spoon hot steamed rice onto plates.
Top with savory chicken stir-fry.
Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh spring onions.
Notes & Tips
Swap veggies for what you have (snap peas, zucchini, cabbage all work).
Add a little chili sauce or flakes if you like it spicy.
For extra shine, drizzle a touch of sesame oil just before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Yes — use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce, and make sure oyster sauce is gluten-free.
Q: Can I use brown rice?
A: Absolutely, just adjust cooking time (brown rice takes longer, ~40–45 minutes).
Nutritional Information
Calories: 520 kcal
Protein: 38g
Carbs: 58g
Fat: 15g
Fiber: 5g