$5 The Best Cheap Meal | Irresistibly Delicious Chicken Stir Fry with Veggies

Описание: This $5 chicken stir fry with veggies is proof that cheap food can still be packed with flavor. It’s easy to make, cheap, and tastes delicious. It cooks in just minutes, giving you a healthy, affordable, and quick weekday meal with simple, fresh ingredients. No fancy steps, no expensive groceries — just real food that saves you money.
I make this often on busy days when I want something colorful, tasty, and filling without spending much. It’s perfect for families, students, meal prep, or anyone eating on a budget. Even picky eaters will love it.
Give this $5 chicken & veggie stir fry a try and see how good budget cooking can be.

🛒 Ingredients & Cost Breakdown:

Marinade – Total: $0.30
2 tsp soy sauce – $0.08
1 tsp dark soy sauce – $0.05
1/2 tbsp salt – $0.01
1/4 tsp black pepper – $0.02
1/4 tsp sugar – $0.01
3 tsp water – $0.00
2 tsp cornstarch – $0.08
1/2 tsp sesame oil – $0.05

Recipe– Total: $4.98
10.5 oz (300 g) chicken breast – $2.70
7 oz (200 g) eggplant – $0.60
1 stalk celery – $0.15
1 medium onion – $0.20
4 slices ginger – $0.10
5 cloves garlic – $0.10
2 oz (50 g) carrot – $0.12
4 tbsp vegetable oil – $0.12
1/4 tsp salt – $0.01
1/2 tsp sugar – $0.01
1/2 tsp rice wine – $0.05
1 tsp soy sauce – $0.05
1 tsp dark soy sauce – $0.05
2 tsp cornstarch – $0.05
1 cup water – $0.00
1/2 cup walnut halves – $0.60
1/2 tsp sesame oil – $0.07

Total cost: $5.28
Cost per serving (2 servings): $2.64

📝 Note: Prices are estimated and can vary slightly depending on where you shop.

⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 - Intro ($5 The Best Cheap Meal Chicken Stir Fry With Veggies)
0:14 - Slicing and marinating the chicken
0:55 - Preparing the veggies (eggplant, celery, onion, ginger, garlic and carrot)
1:42 - Stir frying the veggies
2:35 - Stir frying the chicken
3:16 - Preparing the cornstarch and water mixture
3:35 - Combine everything together
4::00 - Final Dish & Cost

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