Quick Chicken and Veggie Stir-fry

Quick Chicken and Veggie Stir-fry recipe videos

Quick Chicken and Veggie Stir-fry is a popular and versatile dish featuring bite-sized pieces of chicken breast or thigh stir-fried with a colorful medley of vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snap peas in a savory sauce. This dish is a staple of Chinese-American cuisine and home cooking worldwide, prized for its speed, adaptability, and balance of protein and vegetables.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, moderate-carb meal with a good amount of fiber from the vegetables, depending on the sauce. A typical serving provides a broad spectrum of vitamins (like A and C) and minerals (like potassium), with a rough calorie ballpark of 300-450 kcal per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	20 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	650 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Vitamin A	300 µg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	50 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Selenium	22 µg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the stir-fry technique is a cornerstone of Chinese cooking, designed to cook food quickly over high heat to preserve texture and nutrients. Nutritionally, it's a fantastic way to combine lean protein with a variety of vegetables in one pan, making it a balanced and efficient meal.