If you have a wok or skillet, this Peanut Chicken with Celery Stir Fry is a tasty recipe to make it in!
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Stir Fry is one of our favorite meal prep methods because it’s fast and you can make everything in one skillet.
What is Stir Fry?
- It’s a quick meal prep method to combine vegetables and protein in a single dish and is relatively healthy
- The key to a successful stir fry is frying small pieces of food in a large pan over high heat

Meal Prep Tips for Stir Fry
- Start with the protein to get a good sear
- Avoid overcrowding the pan
- Add the vegetables at the end so they don’t get mushy

Ingredients you’ll need for this Peanut Chicken Stir Fry
- Protein: We used boneless chicken thighs cut into small pieces, but you can also use seafood such as shrimp and beef for your protein in stir fry.
- Vegetables: We cut up celery, carrots, red onions, and green onions. They were all thinly sliced for fast cooking.
- Peanut sauce: We blended together peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic powder, lime juice, and sesame oil.
How to Make Easy Peanut Chicken Stir Fry
- In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut sauce until it is well blended.
- Add oil to a hot wok and saute the chicken until it fully cooks and turns golden brown.
- Next, add the sliced vegetables and stir them around for a few minutes until they are tender.
- After everything cooks, pour in the peanut sauce and stir until everything is fully coated.
Reference the recipe card below for detailed instructions.

Meal Prep Tips for Peanut Chicken Stir Fry
- To Serve: Serve this with steamed rice or soba noodles. If you want to keep it low carb, you can serve it with cauliflower rice or in a large lettuce wrap.
- To Store: Store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- To Reheat: Warm it up in the microwave until it is heated through.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cut vegetables for stir fry?
It is best to cut the vegetables into small pieces so that it cooks quickly on high heat.
What can I use to cook stir fry if I don’t have a wok?
You can also use a saute pan or skillet.
What can I eat with a stir fry?
If you want to keep it low carb, serve it cauliflower rice. Otherwise, it goes well with steamed rice or noodles.
Peanut Chicken Celery Stir Fry
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