Stir-fries make the ultimate mid-week dinner option. They’re quick and easy to whip together, and super versatile. This collection of recipes is all about our favourite type of poultry; beautifully tender, protein-packed chicken. We’ve got heaps of different flavour combinations, from spicy chilli sauces to nutty satay blends. You’ll find recipes for Vietnamese-style larb, nasi goreng, chicken fried rice and tasty noodle dishes.
Would you prefer beef stir fries or vegetarian stir fry recipes?
How to stir-fry: Tips for success
When it comes to stir-fries, preparation is key; our Test Kitchen experts have all the tips you need for stir-fry success!
Before you start cooking, make sure you’ve chopped up any vegetables and aromatics (onions, garlic, chilli), mixed up your sauces and marinaded any protein, ready to go.
If your wok isn’t non-stick, you’ll need to season it before you start cooking.
To do that, add a splash of oil and some salt, and place the wok over a high heat. When it starts to smoke, use some paper towel to wipe it clean.
Now your wok is seasoned and ready to use!
Step 1: Add some neutral oil, like grapeseed, vegetable of peanut oil, which all have a high smoke point. Once the oil shimmers on the surface, it’s hot enough to start stir-frying.
Step 2: Start with your proteins, cooking them in a couple of batches so that you don’t get a “stewed” effect. Transfer to a plate.
Step 3: Stir-fry your aromatics, tossing quickly so as not to burn the garlic. Then add your harder vegetables, cooking for a couple of minutes.
Step 4: Return your meat back to the work along with the sauce and any leafy veg; cook until the veg has just started to wilt.
Step 5: Serve straight away, on a bed of steamed rice and with some fresh herbs sprinkled on top.
Using this technique will make sure that your veg stays crunchy, your protein tender and the whole process will stay quick and simple.
If you’re feeling inspired, try one of our favourites.
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Honey soy chicken
Honey soy chicken
A little bit sweet, a litle bit salty and a whole lot tasty.
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Chicken chow mein
Chicken chow mein
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Honey and soy drumsticks with easy fried rice
Honey and soy drumsticks with easy fried rice
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Cashew chicken with water chestnuts and broccoli
Cashew chicken with water chestnuts and broccoli
Mix up your stir-fry dinners with this cashew and water chestnut recipe.
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Chicken in black bean sauce
Chicken in black bean sauce
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Chicken and tamarind stir-fry
Chicken and tamarind stir-fry
Try this fragrant, easy chicken stir-fry with jasmine rice and a squeeze of lime.
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Chicken stir-fry with almonds and bok choy
Chicken stir-fry with almonds and bok choy
You’ll have dinner on the table in no time with this quick and easy stir-fry.
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Chinese plum chicken
Chinese plum chicken
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Sweet and sour chicken noodle stir-fry
Sweet and sour chicken noodle stir-fry
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Teriyaki chicken udon noodles with choy sum
Teriyaki chicken udon noodles with choy sum
This tasty chicken noodle stir-fry is a great way to use up leftover vegies, and you can substitute for whatever you have on hand. Quick, healthy and budget-friendly.
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Tom Parker Bowles’ chicken noodle stir fry
Tom Parker Bowles’ chicken noodle stir fry
The host of Channel Nine’s Family Food Fight dropped by to share with us his recipe for a knock-out weeknight dinner – a ‘deeply healthy, and utterly addictive” noodle stir fry.
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Honey chicken with buk choy and sesame
Honey chicken with buk choy and sesame
If you pop the chicken in the marinade in the morning, this dish can be on the table in under 30 minutes. Chicken thigh fillets are better than the breast for this dish as the thigh meat is more tender and juicy.
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Lemongrass chicken with vermicelli salad
Lemongrass chicken with vermicelli salad
Vermicelli noodles topped with lemongrass-marinated chicken, fresh herbs and vegetables and dressed with a sweet and spicy Vietnamese Nuoc Cham.
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Chicken and almonds
Chicken and almonds
A classic Chinese stir-fry, chicken with almonds is flavoured with soy and spiked with sherry, straight from the pages of the Women’s Weekly Chinese Cooking Class book.
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Honey and macadamia chicken stir-fry
Honey and macadamia chicken stir-fry
Easy and healthy, this chicken stir-fry is perfect for a mid-week dinner.
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Chicken, vegetable and almond stir-fry
Chicken, vegetable and almond stir-fry
A light and healthy Asian stir-fry with chicken, vegetable and almond.
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Sweet chilli chicken stir-fry
Sweet chilli chicken stir-fry
Packed full of fresh vegetables and tender strips of chicken, this stir-fry is lifted by the sweet heat of the chilli sauce.
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Chicken, chilli and kaffir lime stir-fry
Chicken, chilli and kaffir lime stir-fry
Shredded kaffir lime leaves and fresh lime juice add a real zing to this chicken, chilli and kaffir lime stir-fry.
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Thai basil chicken and snake bean stir-fry
Thai basil chicken and snake bean stir-fry
This quick & easy stir fry is a simple weeknight meal. You’ll love fragrant Thai basil, tender chicken and snake beans with cashews for added texture.
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Nasi goreng with chicken and shrimp
Nasi goreng with chicken and shrimp
The easy way to a tasty dinner in half an hour.
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Chicken, noodle and mushroom stir-fry
Chicken, noodle and mushroom stir-fry
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Chicken, noodle and cashew stir-fry
Chicken, noodle and cashew stir-fry
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Chicken and oyster sauce stir-fry
Chicken and oyster sauce stir-fry
Chicken and oyster sauce noodle stir-fry
Quick, tasty and packed full of goodness, this delicious Asian stir-fry combines chicken and oyster sauce to create a real flavour sensation.
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Chicken, mixed vegies and almond stir-fry
Chicken, mixed vegies and almond stir-fry
An easy and delicious chicken, mixed vegetable and almond stir-fry for a quick mid-week dinner.
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Chicken, vegetable and rice noodle stir-fry
Chicken, vegetable and rice noodle stir-fry
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Chicken chilli stir-fry
Chicken chilli stir-fry
Make this quick and easy stir-fry for a mid-week spicy delight.
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Chicken tikka stir-fry
Quick, easy and delicious Indian-style chicken tikka stir-fry.
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Sesame chicken stir-fry
Sesame chicken stir-fry
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Thai chicken stir-fry
A tantalising Thai chicken stir-fry with crunchy beans, sprouts and loads of green onions. It’s fast, tasty and packed with good things, the perfect mid-week dinner.
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Chilli chicken stir-fry
Chilli chicken stir-fry
Quick, easy and absolutely delicious.
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Almond & chilli chicken stir-fry
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Thai chicken noodle stir-fry
Thai chicken noodle stir-fry
Quick, easy and healthy Thai chicken noodle stir-fry.
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Tandoori chicken spinach stir-fry
Tandoori chicken spinach stir-fry
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Larb gai (spicy chicken salad)
Larb gai (spicy chicken salad)
Not for the faint-hearted.
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Quick chicken satay
Quick chicken satay
Satay originated in Indonesia, and today features prominently in Indonesian, Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and African cuisines. This satay recipe is quick and deceptively simple, requiring few ingredients and minimal preparation and cooking time.
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Chicken fried rice
This Asian inspired dinner is quick, simple and SO tasty! Full of delicious flavour and texture, this chicken fried rice is sure to become a family favourite in no time!
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Sticky chicken with noodles
Sticky chicken with noodles
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Thai basil, chicken and snow pea stir-fry
Thai basil, chicken and snow pea stir-fry
This aromatic and easy to prepare classic thai stir-fry is able to tingle the senses at any lunch or dinner time.
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Stir-fried Thai chicken
Stir-fried Thai chicken
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Chilli chicken stir-fry with Asian greens
This delicious Asian chilli chicken stir-fry is packed full of flavour and the goodness of veggies. Plus, it’s easy to make – perfect for a mid-week family dinner.
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Kung pao chicken
Kung pao chicken
No need to order in!
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Chicken, noodle and mushroom stir-fry
Chicken, noodle and mushroom stir-fry
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Capsicum, chilli and hoisin chicken
Capsicum, chilli and hoisin chicken
Fresh produce and a few pantry staples are all you need for this delicious hoisin chicken stir-fry.
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Vietnamese chicken noodle stir-fry
Vietnamese chicken noodle stir-fry
Embrace the wok and whip up this flavour-packed chicken stiry fry for your friends and family. Full of Vietnamese herbs and spices, rice noodles and toasted almonds, this is a delicious dish for any occasion.
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Chicken meatball noodle stir-fry
One-wok dinners are a mid-week blessing, this chicken meatball noodle stir fry is bound to become a firm favourite.
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Chilli lime chicken stir-fry
Chilli lime chicken stir-fry
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