Chinese Happy Family
This is a chicken and vegetable stir-fry dish. It's called 'Happy Family' in Chinese restaurants.
You can make it at home using an indoor grill.
The dish is made with chicken, vegetables, and a sauce.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted July 2, 2026Share
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This is a chicken and vegetable stir-fry dish. It's called 'Happy Family' in Chinese restaurants.
You can make it at home using an indoor grill.
The dish is made with chicken, vegetables, and a sauce.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 11
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cubed
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cubed
1 (15 ounce) can baby corn, drained
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 (16 ounce) package frozen stir-fry vegetables
1 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Instructions
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Preheat the indoor grill and coat with cooking spray. Put the chicken strips on the grill and cook for 7 minutes. Let them cool a bit, then cut into cubes.
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While the chicken is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook for a few minutes. Add the cubed red and yellow peppers, drained baby corn, and frozen stir-fry vegetables. Turn the heat up to medium-high and cook and stir for 15 minutes.
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Add 1 tablespoon of white sugar. Stir in the cooked chicken cubes. Mix 1 cup of water with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, then pour into the skillet along with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Cook and stir until the sauce thickens.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 313 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 10g
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Saturated Fat 2g
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Cholesterol 52mg
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Sodium 915mg
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Total Carbohydrate 29g
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Dietary Fiber 10g
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Protein 25g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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