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Spicy Jalapeño Chicken Stir-Fry

A quick and vibrant stir-fry featuring succulent chicken, a rainbow of bell peppers, and a kick of spiciness, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 each red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 each yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 each green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to heat preference)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste Salt & black pepper
  • 1–2 each fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced
Garnish
  • to taste Chopped green onions
  • to taste Fresh cilantro

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sriracha. Let it marinate for about 10–15 minutes to soak up the flavors.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cooking
  1. Add minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  2. Next, add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, around 5–7 minutes.
  3. Toss in the chopped bell peppers and jalapeños. Stir-fry for another 3–4 minutes until the veggies are tender-crisp.
Serving
  1. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  2. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently in the microwave or stovetop. For a low-carb option, pair with steamed cauliflower rice or lettuce wraps.