Stir-Fried Chicken with Bell Peppers and Onions
A quick and colorful weeknight stir-fry with tender chicken, crisp bell peppers, and sweet onions in a savory sauce, finished with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 35g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice the 1.5 lb chicken breast into thin strips and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove to a plate.
Step 3
Add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the 2 sliced bell peppers and 1 sliced onion, and stir-fry until crisp-tender and slightly charred, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 4
Return the chicken to the skillet. Add the 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sesame oil, and toss everything to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and everything is well combined.
Step 5
Remove from heat. Sprinkle with the 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 3 chopped green onions. Serve hot over rice if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet or wok
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Measuring spoons
- Spatula
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