Dairy-Free Chicken and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Dairy-Free Chicken and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry offers a quick and nutritious dinner option that's ready in just 30 minutes. Tender strips of chicken are stir-fried with a trio of crisp red, green, and yellow bell peppers, sweet onions, and aromatics like fresh garlic and ginger, creating a dish that's as delicious as it is wholesome. The umami-rich soy sauce glaze, lightly sweetened with maple syrup and enriched with sesame oil, coats each bite for a perfectly balanced taste. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and scallions, this recipe is entirely dairy-free and can be served over rice or noodles for an easy weeknight meal. Whether you’re seeking a flavorful stir-fry, a dairy-free dinner idea, or a healthy chicken recipe, this dish checks all the boxes for both speed and simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons scallions
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.

Step 2

Core and slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips.

Step 3

Peel and slice the onion into thin wedges.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves and grate the fresh ginger.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until well combined. Set aside.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Add the chicken strips to the pan, season with salt and black pepper, and stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 9

In the same skillet, add a little more vegetable oil if needed, and stir-fry the garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 10

Add the onion and bell peppers to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they start to soften but still retain their crispness.

Step 11

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.

Step 12

Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.

Step 13

Garnish with chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot over a bed of rice or noodles if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1227.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1434.1

Total Fat 61.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.8g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 3269.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 153.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 216.8mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 2578.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 42.7%

Carbs: 18.8%