Daily Dish

Sizzling Chicken and Corn Stir-Fry

Healthy Fact of the Day

This chicken and corn stir-fry is a nutritious and well-balanced dish, packed with lean protein from the chicken, fiber and vitamins from the vegetables, and complex carbohydrates from the corn. Stir-frying with a minimal amount of oil and using natural sweeteners like honey helps keep the dish light and healthy.

Ingredients

 

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil to create a sauce. Set aside.

  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.

  4. Add the chicken to the wok and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until it is cooked through and lightly browned.

  5. Add the sliced red bell pepper and onion to the wok and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender.

  6. Stir in the corn kernels and cook for another 2 minutes, until heated through.

  7. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture, stirring well to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce is slightly thickened.

  8. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

  9. Serve the sizzling chicken and corn stir-fry hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, over steamed rice or noodles.

Delight in the harmonious blend of flavors and textures in this sizzling chicken and corn stir-fry, where tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and sweet, juicy corn come together in a mouthwatering medley that’ll have your taste buds singing and your heart yearning for seconds!

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