Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry Recipe (30 Min Healthy Dinner)
🕒 Prep: 10 min | 🍳 Cook: 20 min | ⏱️ Total: 30 min
👥 Serves: 4 | 🔥 Calories: 400 kcal/serving
Why You'll LOVE This Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry Recipe ✨
- Weeknight Win: 30-min vibrant stir-fry with juicy chicken + crisp veggies!
- Flavor Bomb: Garlic-herb sauce = restaurant-quality at home
- Diet-Friendly: High-Protein (40g!), Gluten-Free, Low-Carb Option
Ingredients 📋
🍗 Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp paprika
🥕 Veggies
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ½ red bell pepper, sliced
🌿 Garlic Herb Sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
💡 Pro Tip: Slice chicken THIN = faster cooking + juicier results!
Instructions (5 Easy Steps) 📝
- 1. Season Chicken: Toss strips with salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, paprika → Flavor locked in!
- 2. Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp oil, stir-fry chicken 6-7 min → Golden perfection!
- 3. Sauté Veggies: Add broccoli + carrots + bell pepper 4-5 min → Crisp-tender!
- 4. Add Final Veggies: Toss in corn + tomatoes 2 min → Bursting colors!
- 5. Sauce & Serve: Mix sauce, pour over, toss 1-2 min → Herby heaven!
⏰ Timing Hack: Prep veggies while chicken cooks – saves 5 minutes!
Pro Tips for PERFECT Results 🎓
- High Heat: Medium-high = crispy chicken, NOT rubbery
- Thin Slices: ¼-inch strips = cooks in HALF the time
- Storage: Fridge 3 days | Reheat skillet 2 min
- Extra Crunch: Toast broccoli FIRST for charred edges
Variations 🌱
- Vegan: Swap chicken for tofu + tamari
- Low-Carb: Skip corn, add zucchini
- Spicy: Double red pepper flakes + sriracha drizzle
- Kids: Skip rosemary, halve soy sauce
FAQ ❓
Air fryer version?
Yes! Chicken + veggies 400°F 12 min, toss with sauce after
Gluten-free?
Yes! Use tamari instead of soy sauce
Can I freeze?
Yes! Chicken + veggies only, 2 months. Reheat with fresh sauce
Nutrition (Per Serving) 🥗
Calories: 400 | Protein: 40g | Carbs: 20g | Fat: 18g
High-Protein ✓ Gluten-Free ✓ Weeknight Ready ✓
Serve With 🍽️
- Brown Rice – Soaks up sauce
- Quinoa – Protein boost
- Garlic Bread – Quick side
Reader Reviews ⭐
"SO FAST! Tastes like restaurant stir-fry!" – Emma, CA
"40g protein? Healthy AND delicious!" – Sam, UK
