This Healthy Chicken Stir Fry is the kind of weeknight dinner that checks every box: fast, flavorful, and made with simple ingredients you probably already have. Tender chicken breast, crisp veggies, and a lightly sweet-savory stir fry sauce come together in one pan for a meal that feels better-than-takeout—without the excess sodium or sugar.
Served over fluffy jasmine rice and finished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, this is a wholesome dinner that truly makes it count.
Why You’ll Love This Healthy Chicken Stir Fry
- High in protein with lean chicken breast
- Loaded with veggies for color, crunch, and nutrients
- Lightened-up sauce using low-sodium soy sauce and honey
- One-pan cooking (besides the rice)
- Perfect for meal prep and leftovers
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry jasmine rice
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed
- 2 carrots, sliced into discs
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Avocado oil, for cooking
Stir Fry Sauce
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
1. Cook the Rice
Prepare the jasmine rice according to package instructions. Set aside and keep warm.
2. Make the Stir Fry Sauce
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
3. Cook the Vegetables
Heat a drizzle of avocado oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the carrots and bell pepper and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just softened but still crisp.
4. Cook the Chicken
Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add a bit more avocado oil if needed. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
5. Add the Sauce
Pour the stir fry sauce into the skillet and stir well. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and vegetables.
6. Serve
Serve the stir fry over jasmine rice and top with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Make It Count Tips
- Swap the grain: Use brown rice, cauliflower rice, or quinoa.
- Add more veggies: Broccoli, snap peas, or zucchini work great.
- Meal prep friendly: Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Want heat? Add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
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