Looking for a fast dinner to make on super busy nights? Try this easy shortcut chicken stir fry that only takes 20 minutes to make for a delicious, stress-free meal everyone will enjoy.
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As I anxiously await warmer weather so I can pull out our Blackstone griddle, I have been making some of our favorite Blackstone recipes indoors lately, like this hibachi-style chicken stir fry. It’s a super simple shortcut recipe that you can have on the table in 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
Made with frozen precooked grilled chicken and a bag of stir-fry veggies, this quick and delicious stir-fry is the perfect no-fuss family dinner that even picky eaters will love. It’s great for those nights when you want takeout-style flavor but don’t want to leave the house.
Why You Will Love This Shortcut Chicken Stir Fry
- Quick 20-minute meal, perfect for busy nights when you need dinner on the table fast.
- Budget-friendly, as it comes together with just a few simple ingredients.
- Customizable, as you adjust the flavors to your liking, or add in some eggs for easy chicken fried rice.
- Family-friendly dinner idea, because kids and adults love this tasty dish.
- Perfect way to use up leftover rice and veggies, saving you money on your groceries.
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Hibachi-Style Shortcut Chicken Stir Fry
Ingredients for Chicken Stir Fry
Skip takeout and try this simple hibachi-style shortcut chicken stir-fry instead. It’s a super-easy recipe, making it perfect for busy nights because it’s ready in less than 20 minutes for a delicious dinner your whole family will love.
You will need:
- Frozen Precooked Grilled Chicken Strips
- Frozen Stir-Fry Vegetables
- Soy Sauce
- McCormick Grill Mates Classic Smash Seasoning
- White Rice
- Avocado Oil
- Butter
How to Make Shortcut Chicken Stir Fry
- Cook your rice according to package instructions.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the frozen pre-cooked grilled chicken strips and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through and browned.
- Once the chicken is warmed, add the frozen stir-fry veggies, and cook for 5-10 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Add the butter and let it melt into the chicken and veggies, then add the rice, and sprinkle the smash seasoning and soy sauce.
- Mix everything and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes so the flavors blend together. You can adjust the seasoning to your liking if you feel it needs a little more flavor, and enjoy!
Variations:
- Add a couple of eggs to your skillet, scramble, and then mix everything together for an easy chicken fried rice.
- Add some red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce for some spice.
- You can use rotisserie chicken in place of the grilled chicken. Or try it with steak or pork instead of chicken.
- Serve with noodles or ramen instead of the rice.
- If you want a healthier version of this recipe, use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
Storage
- Store your leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat- microwave or heat in a skillet over medium heat with a little bit more soy sauce.
Shortcut Chicken Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups frozen stir fry vegetables
- 1 bag frozen grilled chicken
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1-2 tbsp McCormick Grill Mate Smash Seasoning
Instructions
- Cook your rice according to package instructions.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the frozen pre-cooked grilled chicken strips and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through and browned.
- Once the chicken is warmed, add the frozen stir-fry veggies, and cook for 5-10 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Add the butter and let it melt into the chicken and veggies, then add the rice, and sprinkle the smash seasoning and soy sauce.
- Mix everything and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes so the flavors blend together. You can adjust the seasoning to your liking if you feel it needs a little more flavor, and enjoy!
Notes
Variations:
- Add a couple of eggs to your skillet, scramble, and then mix everything together for an easy chicken fried rice.
- Add some red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce for some spice.
- You can use rotisserie chicken in place of the grilled chicken. Or try it with steak or pork instead of chicken.
- Serve with noodles or ramen instead of the rice.
- If you want a healthier version of this recipe, use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
Storage
- Store your leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat- microwave or heat in a skillet over medium heat with a little bit more soy sauce.
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