Quick Flavorful Weeknight Meal (Printable)
Vibrant dinner packed with bold flavors, ready in 30 minutes. Perfect with chicken or tofu.
# What You Need:
→ Protein
01 - 1.1 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 red onion, sliced
05 - 2 cups broccoli florets
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauce & Seasonings
07 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ To Serve
13 - 4 cups cooked steamed rice or quinoa
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or green onions
# How-To Steps:
01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook for 4–6 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
02 - In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil. Sauté garlic, ginger, onion, and bell peppers for 3–4 minutes until just tender.
03 - Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and chili flakes.
05 - Return the protein to the pan. Pour the sauce over everything and stir to coat. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and let simmer for 4–5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and veggies are vibrant.
06 - Serve over steamed rice or quinoa. Garnish with cilantro or green onions.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything comes together in one pan so cleanup is almost nonexistent
- The sauce hits every flavor note without needing any hard to find ingredients
02 -
- Crowding the pan will steam instead of sear so cook in batches if necessary
- Prep all ingredients before turning on the stove because this moves fast once started
03 -
- Cut all your ingredients into similar sizes so everything cooks evenly
- Let the pan get hot again between additions to maintain that sizzle