Spend less time in the kitchen – and more quality time with friends and family. All of these these tasty and easy chicken stir-fry recipes are ready in 25 minutes or less!
The Easiest Chicken Stir Fry Recipes
It doesn’t get any easier and more delicious than throwing veggies and chicken into a pan and stir frying them with a gooey and savory sauce. Whether it’s because I have a busy work week or simply don’t feel like spending much time in the kitchen, stir fries frequently make an appearance in my meal rotation. They’re tasty, healthy and take anywhere between 15-25 minutes to make – quick and easy! Here are 10 of my favorite, better than takeout chicken stir fry recipes.
Szechuan Chicken – 辣子鸡
Colorful veggies and chili paste make this Szechuan chicken vibrant and deliciously spicy! And it only takes 25 minutes to make from start to finish!
Easy Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry
A tasty chicken broccoli stir fry cooked in a simple savory sauce, ready in less than 20 minutes. This simple recipe is great if you are busy but still want homemade Chinese.
Sesame Chicken
20 minutes is all you need to make this delicious and healthier Chinese sesame chicken. Plus, it beats take out any day and costs less to make!
Black Pepper Chicken
This is a peppery, smoky and savory chicken stir fry recipe ready in just 15 minutes. Red peppers give a pop of color and a bit of sweetness.
Empress Chicken Recipe
A little sweet, a little sour, Empress Chicken is an easy and delicious Chinese-American stir fry that looks impressive and only takes 20 minutes to make.
Korean Sticky Chicken Recipe
Hot, sweet and savory, this Korean sticky chicken is the perfect accompaniment to a steamy bowl of white rice, and only takes 20 minutes to make from start to finish.
Mongolian Chicken Recipe
This is a quick and delicious Mongolian chicken recipe that’s sweet and savory. A delicious alternative to classic Mongolian beef – with ingredients that pack a punch.
The Best Moo Goo Gai Pan
Cantonese perfection. A better-than-takeout moo goo gai pan recipe that’s savory and a little sour. Ready in less than 25 minutes.
Orange Chicken (Tangerine Chicken)
This easy to make and naturally sweet Orange Chicken Recipe is a delicious take on the American-Chinese classic. A fun and tasty meal for the entire family!
Easy Hunan Chicken
Hunan chicken is a popular Chinese-American dish made with tender pieces of chicken cooked with vegetables and tossed in a thick savory and spicy sauce.
Best pan for stir fries (when you don’t have a wok)
Although it’s preferable to have a wok, it isn’t mandatory for making good stir fries. What’s more important is cooking the ingredients properly. Vegetables should still yield a little crunch while the meat should be moist and tender. If you don’t have a wok, my recommendation is to get a large frying pan. The larger cooking surface you have, the easier it will be to toss the ingredients.
Cuisinart 722-36H Chef’s Classic Stainless 14-Inch Open Skillet with Helper Handle
Hi Caroline!
Your recipes are part of our regular rotation. Everything I’ve tried from Pickled Plum have been fantastic. I love your blog and immediately click on your recipes when they come into my inbox. Keep up the good work and the top-notch photography! I only wish my food came out as good as your pics, but they taste good, nevertheless.
Aww thank you Sherry, you just made my day! 🙂
Wow, they all look fantastic! Beautiful photography too, I love the bowl the chicken and broccoli stir fry is in!
Thanks Nicole! 🙂 Isn’t the bowl gorgeous? I saw it at Target of all stores and jumped on it!
Of all stores indeed! Wow, well spotted, it looks fantastic, especially with that surface.