Sizzling Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Peppers & Sesame Glaze Over Rice 🍛
A bold, colorful stir-fry loaded with garlicky chicken, crisp bell peppers, and a rich sesame glaze — perfect over fluffy steamed rice!
đź›’ Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, diced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided (for cooking)
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
1/4 cup water
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooked white rice, for serving
Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
Chopped green onions, for garnish
🔪 Instructions
STEP 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a small bowl, combine the diced chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and a pinch of pepper. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.
STEP 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 5–6 minutes until fully cooked and golden.
Remove from the pan and set aside.
STEP 3: Stir-Fry the Vegetables
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the same pan.
Toss in the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced bell peppers and cook for 2–3 minutes, until just tender but still crisp.
STEP 4: Make the Sesame Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together:
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
Pour the sauce into the pan with the vegetables and simmer for 1 minute, until slightly thickened.
STEP 5: Combine and Finish
Return the cooked chicken to the pan.
Toss everything together until evenly coated in the sauce.
Cook for 1 more minute until everything is hot and glazed.
STEP 6: Serve
Serve hot over steamed white rice.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
⏱ Time & Servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
âś… Tips & Variations
Add sliced onions, carrots, or snow peas for more veggies.
For heat, toss in a few chili flakes or a splash of sriracha with the sauce.
Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a different protein twist.
Double the sauce if you love it extra saucy!