Description
A vibrant and spicy Firecracker Chicken Stir Fry featuring tender chicken pieces and colorful bell peppers tossed in a flavorful, smoky sauce with a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. This quick and easy stir fry is an excellent weeknight dinner served best over steamed rice.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Stir Fry:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup sugar snap peas
- 3 green onions, sliced
For the Sauce:
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil to coat the pan. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken pieces in an even layer. Season with salt and pepper and cook until lightly browned, about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring the chicken as needed. Once cooked through, transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil onto the hot skillet and add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers along with the sugar snap peas. Cook the vegetables until tender, about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the vegetables are cooking, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sriracha, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set the sauce aside.
- Combine and Simmer: Once the vegetables are tender, add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and mix well. Pour the prepared firecracker sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to coat everything evenly and bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the sauce thickens and ingredients are well incorporated, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Serve: Serve the firecracker chicken stir fry hot over steamed rice and garnish with sliced green onions. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use firm, fresh vegetables for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha and crushed red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the soy sauce with tamari.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for juicier meat.
- Serve over brown rice or quinoa for a healthier grain option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
