Vegan Quick and Easy Chicken Stir-Fry
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Vegan Quick and Easy Chicken Stir-Fry recipe! Packed with vibrant, nutrient-rich vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, and carrots, this dish gets a delightful protein boost from crispy tofu or hearty seitan. Tossed in a savory and slightly sweet blend of soy sauce, hoisin, and sesame oil, every bite is bursting with flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this plant-based stir-fry is perfect for busy nights and can be served over rice or noodles for a satisfying, balanced meal. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, it’s a colorful and customizable option that’s as healthy as it is delicious! Perfect for vegan and vegetarian lifestyles, it’s a must-try for fans of quick and easy Asian-inspired dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 ounces extra-firm tofu or seitan
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce, gluten-free if needed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 4 servings cooked rice or noodles
Instructions
Drain the tofu and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel. Press gently to remove as much moisture as possible, then cut into 1-inch cubes. If using seitan, slice into bite-sized pieces.
In a bowl, toss the tofu or seitan pieces with the cornstarch until evenly coated.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the tofu or seitan. Cook and stir occasionally until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the tofu or seitan to the skillet. Pour in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Stir everything to coat well, cooking for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1973 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.0 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3695 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.2 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.9 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 92.4 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3012 mg | 232% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 2092 mg | 45% | |
*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.
