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    Home » Real Food » 30-Minute Meals

    Stir-Fried Chicken and Bok Choy

    January 2, 2021 | By Kristen Chidsey | 121 Comments | *This post may include amazon links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    This Asian inspired Chicken and Bok Choy stir-fry is full of veggies and a sweet and spicy sauce and comes together in just 15 minutes! It is low carb, packed full of nutrients, and most importantly--DELICIOUS

    Stir-Fried Chicken and Bok Choy is an easy 15-minute stir-fry recipe, featuring tender chicken and crisp-tender vegetables in a sweet and spicy sauce that is full of flavor, yet light on the waistline.

    Plate of Chicken and Bok Choy stir fry next to fresh bok choy.

    If you are looking for a recipe for bok choy, this Chicken Bok Choy Stir Fry is the ultimate quick-cooking dinner that lets this nutrient-dense vegetable shine!

    Bok Choy is a variety of Chinese cabbage that is easy to find at most grocery stores. It is crisp, bright, fresh, and full of vitamins and minerals. And downright delicious when stir-fried.

    When I am looking for a quick side dish, I love making stir-fried bok choy. But when I want a one-pot main course, adding lean chicken and carrots to the mix creates a simple meal that packs in a lot of nutrition and flavor.

    And anytime a family-approved healthy dinner can come together in just 15 minutes, it will be on repeat at my house!

    Notes on Ingredients Needed

    Ingredients for bok choy and chicken stir fry labeled on counter.
    • Chicken: Use either boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
    • Bok Choy: You can use baby or adult bok choy and it is available at most grocery stores. However, feel free to use napa cabbage in place of the bok choy if you can not find fresh bok choy.
    • Stir Fry Sauce: This sweet and savory sauce is made with soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, grated gingerroot, and rice wine vinegar. Be sure to use low-sodium soy sauce to control the level of sodium if needed.
    • Oil: It is important to use cooking oil with a high smoke point like sesame oil, coconut oil, or canola oil. Be sure to use LIGHT sesame oil instead of dark sesame oil for this stir-fry. Also, be sure your sesame oil does not smell rancid before using, and store sesame oil in the refrigerator to keep fresh.

    How to Make Chicken and Bok Choy Stir Fry

    • Because this stir-fry comes together so quickly, it is best to prepare the sauce before beginning to saute the chicken and vegetables. To do so, mix together honey, garlic, soy sauce, and rice wine vinegar together in a small bowl and set aside to add to the stir-fry later.
    Stir Fry Sauce in glass bowl.
    • Heat the oil in a large nonstick pan or wok over medium-high heat.
    • Once the oil has heated, add in the cubed chicken and saute over medium-high heat until just browned.
    Browned chicken in saute pan.
    • Once the chicken is browned, add in the bok choy, carrots, and green onions and saute until crisp-tender.
    Saute pan with chicken and bok choy and carrots.
    • Pour the reserved sauce into the pan and stir to coat. Let everything simmer for 1-2 minutes just to heat through and for the flavors to incorporate.
    Chicken and Bok Choy Stir fry in nonstick skillet.

    Serving Suggestions

    This Chicken Bok Choy Stir Fry is a hearty, healthy meal that can stand alone and makes a great low-carb meal, or can be stretched to feed a few more mouths by serving with a side of Instant Pot Brown Rice, Instant Pot Jasmine Rice, or cauliflower rice if desired.

    I also recommend topping this stir fry with toasted sesame seeds for a nice contrast in texture.

    Recipe Modifications

    • To keep this Stir-Fry Gluten-Free, use Tamari in place of soy sauce or your favorite gluten-free brand of soy sauce.
    • For a Paleo-friendly recipe, use maple syrup in place of honey. You can also opt to omit the sweetener from the recipe entirely to keep the carb count even lower.

    More 15-Minute Dinner Options

    • Skinny Fettuccine Alfredo
    • Honey Lemon Chicken Skillet
    • Chicken Asparagus Stir Fry
    • Easy Vegetable Fried Rice

    This Chicken and Bok Choy Stir-Fry is a great way to use bok choy to create a fast 15-minute dinner! If you gave this recipe a try, I would love for you to leave a comment below!

    Plate of chicken and bok choy stir fry topped with cilantro.

    Stir-Fried Chicken and Bok Choy

    Chicken and Bok Choy Stir-Fry is full of chicken, veggies, and a sweet and spicy sauce and comes together in just 15 minutes!
    4.72 from 100 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Chinese
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 226kcal
    Author: Kristen Chidsey

    Ingredients

    Sauce

    • 2 tablespoons honey
    • ½ teaspoon freshly grated ginger
    • 2 cloves of garlic grated or minced finely
    • 2 tablespoons reduced sodium gluten-free soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

    For the Stir Fry

    • 1 teaspoon light sesame oil see notes
    • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch chunks
    • 1 head of bok choy washed and cut into 1 inch strips
    • 2 large carrots peeled in strips or ½ cup matchstick carrots
    • 5-6 green onions diced
    • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
    • ¼ cup chopped cilantro if desired
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    Instructions

    • In a small mixing bowl, combine the honey, ginger, garlic, vinegar, and soy sauce together until well combined. Set aside to add to stir-fry later.
    • Heat the sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add in chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, until golden on all sides. Add in bok choy, carrots, and green onions. Stir continuously for 3 minutes to evenly cook the vegetables until crisp-tender. After 3 minutes, add in the sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes to coat the chicken and vegetables with the sauce and heat it through.
    • Serve with a sprinkle of cilantro and toasted sesame seeds if desired.

    Notes

    Sesame Oil: Be sure to use LIGHT sesame oil instead of dark sesame oil for this stir-fry--also be sure your sesame oil does not smell rancid before using. In place of sesame oil, feel free to use canola or peanut oil. 
    Spice it up: Feel free to add up to ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes for additional spice. 
    Bok Choy: Feel free to use napa cabbage in place of bok choy.
    Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari to keep this gluten-free.
    Paleo-Friendly: Use maple syrup in place of honey for a Paleo-Friendly recipe, or omit the sugar altogether if desired. 
    Storage: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. I do not recommend freezing this recipe.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 1097mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 14660IU | Vitamin C: 100.5mg | Calcium: 267mg | Iron: 2.7mg
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    About Kristen Chidsey

    Hi, I am Kristen, creator of A Mind "Full" Mom. I believe that making a wholesome family meal does not need to be hard or expensive! I love nothing more than to share with you delicious solutions for your hungry family.

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    1. Jane Poole

      January 11, 2023 at 3:35 pm

      5 stars
      Wonderful dish! Made it as written, except doubled the sauce and added some red pepper flakes since we like a little more sauce and spice. This recipe is delicious and is going into our dinner rotation.

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        January 11, 2023 at 4:01 pm

        I love hearing that, Jane! Thanks for sharing!

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