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Easy One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Stir-Fry

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A quick and healthy one-pan garlic butter chicken and veggie stir-fry that’s ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mixed bell peppers, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1/2 cup carrots, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (10 minutes): Slice chicken into roughly 1-inch pieces. Prepare vegetables by slicing bell peppers, trimming snap peas, julienning carrots, slicing green onions, and mincing garlic.
  2. Heat the Pan (2 minutes): Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Sear the Chicken (5-7 minutes): Add chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes to develop a golden crust, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until mostly cooked through. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables (4-5 minutes): Lower heat to medium, add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant but not browned (about 30 seconds). Add carrots, bell peppers, and snap peas. Toss to coat and cook until veggies are crisp-tender and bright in color.
  5. Combine & Finish (3-4 minutes): Return chicken to the pan. Add 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 teaspoon honey, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce slightly thickens. Adjust seasoning with black pepper or red pepper flakes if desired.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle sliced green onions over the top. Serve immediately over steamed rice or alongside a salad.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when searing chicken to ensure proper caramelization. Add garlic after butter has melted and cook gently to avoid burning. Adjust soy sauce and honey to taste depending on saltiness. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and soy sauce with coconut aminos. Cook chicken thighs slightly longer if used. Reheat leftovers in a skillet with a splash of water or broth to keep veggies crisp.

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