15 Quick and Easy Stir Fry Recipes That Always Impress
Looking for a quick and easy dinner for busy weeknights that’s NOT lacking in flavor? These stir fry recipes are made with a nutritious base of protein, veggies, and tons of flavor for a meal you can have on the table in minutes. You probably already have a lot of these ingredients on hand already, so you might even be able to make one tonight!
1. Pepper Steak Stir Fry
This pepper steak stir fry is even better than grabbing the takeout version and you can have it on the table in just 30 minutes. Bell peppers, rice, steak and an amazing sauce come together to make a balanced and filling meal any night of the week.
2. Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry
You can have this sweet and savory stir fry on the table in under fifteen minutes, so it’s perfect for busy weeknights. You will love how quickly the homemade teriyaki sauce comes together with simple pantry staples. Serve it with a simple side and dinner is done!
3. Asian Salmon Stir Fry
Salmon might not be a protein that you have considered putting in a stir fry before, but once you’ve tried it you will make it again and again. Rice or noodles, and green beans complete this colorful and delicious weeknight meal.
4. Shrimp Teriyaki Stir Fry
You can have this stir fry prepped and cooked in just about ten minutes, not including the rice you may want to serve it with. Cook the shrimp first, and then finish it with this thick and shiny homemade teriyaki sauce. Round out the meal with your favorite veggie side dish!
5. Pork Stir Fry
If you are looking for a stir fry that you can prep ahead for a really busy night, and have dinner on the table in minutes then this is it. Flavorful homemade peanut sauce pulls this meal together and it has all the components you need for a well-rounded meal in one dish.
6. Ground Turkey Stir Fry
If you are looking for a way to add some leaner meats to your dinner plates this ground turkey stir fry is a great way to do it. This is a quick and flavorful meal that the whole family will enjoy with a delicious homemade sauce.
7. Ground Beef & Broccoli Bowl
These ground beef and broccoli bowls are a family favorite and you can have it ready in about twenty minutes. This is a comforting and hearty but healthy recipe and you can prep the ingredients ahead of time to make it an even quicker meal!
8. Beef Yaki Udon Noodle Stir Fry
This is a delicious one pot meal that comes together in a matter of minutes. With noodles, steak, and veggies included you don’t even have to worry about making any sides! Perfect for busy weeknights.
9. Spicy Gochujang Chicken Stir Fry
This Korean-inspired chicken stir fry has a spicy but sweet and really flavorful homemade sauce that you will love. Serve this colorful meal over a bed of rice on butter lettuce leaves for a unique presentation the family will love!
10. Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry
If you are looking for a keto, gluten-free stir fry that the whole family will still devour then this is the recipe for you. Speed up the prep by using frozen stir-fry vegetables, and use the saute function on your Instant Pot for a quick weeknight dinner.
11. Pad Woon Sen or Thai Glass Noodle Stir Fry
This vegetarian stir-fry made with tofu, and oyster mushrooms is perfect for meatless Mondays or any other night of the week. Even if your family isn’t vegetarian they aren’t going to miss the meat in this delicious stir fry recipe.
12. Moo Shu Shrimp
This moo shu shrimp recipe has everything you’re looking for in a weeknight meal. It’s nutritious, it’s fast (just 20 minutes), and it’s totally delicious. You’ll love making this takeout classic at home.
13. Homemade Orange Chicken Stir Fry
This simple and homemade orange glazed chicken stir fry is ready in just 30 minutes and made up of common, everyday ingredients. The whole family LOVES this meal, and I know yours will too.
14. Udon Stir Fry Noodles
This EASY udon stir fry noodles with vegetables meal is ready in just 30 minutes. It’s light, but satisfying; simple, but flavorful – and just happens to be vegetarian, too! Make this udon noodle stir fry with pantry staples and a few fresh vegetables for a meal that’s nutritious and totally delicious at the same time. Serve the vegetable stir fry noodles all on their own – no side dish needed.
15. Palmini Shrimp Stir Fry
This palmini pasta shrimp stir fry is the real deal! The Palmini tastes so much like regular pasta, but it’s made from hearts of palm!
