How to Cook a Quick Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry at Home

Jan 9, 2026

Simple chicken and fresh veggies, ready in minutes for busy weeknight nights.

INGREDIENTS 

  • 2 chicken breasts 
  • 1 red capsicum 
  • 1 carrot 
  • 1 small broccoli head 
  • 2 cloves of garlic 
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or to taste) 
  • 1 tbsp olive oil 
  • Optional: ginger, spring onions, or sesame oil for extra flavour 

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Slice the chicken thinly against the grain. Chop the capsicum, carrot, and broccoli into even-sized pieces, and finely slice the garlic.
    Good prep makes cooking faster and easier.
  2. Heat a large pan or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
  3. Add the chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add the garlic, carrot, capsicum, and broccoli. Cook for 2–3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
  5. Return the chicken to the pan, add soy sauce, and toss everything together. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until well combined.
  6. Serve straight from the pan with rice or noodles - simple, fast, and satisfying.

CAMPFIRE COOKING TIPS 

  • Use a flat skillet or cast-iron pan over hot coals rather than open flames. 
  • Cook hot and fast to keep the veggies crisp and the chicken juicy. 
  • Prep all ingredients before cooking - campfire cooking is much easier when everything is ready. 
  • A long-handled spatula or tongs helps keep hands clear of the heat.
 

GREAT TOOLS TO HAVE ON HAND

While this recipe is simple, the right tools make a big difference: 

    You’ll find the Big Chop – Pieman River Collection Cutting Board in our cutting board range online, built for everyday cooking and generous prep sessions.