Description
Spicy Bell Pepper Chicken is a quick and easy stir-fry featuring tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and a bold, spicy sauce. This dish is perfect for busy nights when you want a flavorful, homemade meal without spending hours in the kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for extra tenderness)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (for flavor)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but adds depth)
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp honey (balances the spice)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 2 tsp sesame oil (for richness)
- ½ cup chicken broth (adds flavor)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken the sauce)
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Let it sit while you prep the vegetables and sauce (about 10 minutes).
Step 2: Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chicken broth, and cornstarch.
- Set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Chicken
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4: Sauté the Peppers and Aromatics
- Add another 1 tbsp oil to the pan.
- Toss in the bell peppers and cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
- Add the garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5: Combine Everything
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
- Pour in the sauce and stir everything together.
- Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken and veggies.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy!
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps.
Notes
- Want it spicier? Add extra sriracha, red pepper flakes, or even a chopped chili pepper!
- Prefer a milder version? Reduce or omit the sriracha and red pepper flakes.
- Make it gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Boost the protein by adding cashews, tofu, or shrimp for a fun twist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: ~800mg
- Fat: ~12g
- Saturated Fat: ~2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~7g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~18g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: ~35g
- Cholesterol: ~90mg