Spicy Jalapeño Chicken Stir-Fry: Quick Flavor Explosion!

A delicious Spicy Jalapeño Chicken Stir-Fry bursting with vibrant flavors and quick to prepare for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry

1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Substitute with chicken thighs for richer flavor.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can swap with any neutral oil.
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper
1 cup Bell Peppers (Red, Yellow, Green) Can substitute with broccoli or snap peas.
2 tablespoons Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal, but garlic powder works too.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
1 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce Modify based on taste preferences.
1 tablespoon Sriracha Reduce or omit for a milder flavor.
1 Fresh Jalapeño Remove seeds for milder taste.
1 cup Chopped Green Onions Can replace with chives.
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Omit if not preferred.

Equipment

large skillet
wok

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes.
Add bite-sized pieces of boneless, skinless chicken breast, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
Toss in a mix of colorful bell peppers and 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes.
Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce, and 1 tablespoon of sriracha, stirring to coat.
Remove from heat and layer freshly sliced jalapeños on top.
Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro, serve immediately over rice or rice noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure uniform chicken sizes for even cooking. Adjust spice levels to your preference by controlling the amount of sriracha used.

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