Auction-Style One-Pan Chicken Stir-Fry

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A quick and delicious weeknight meal featuring tender chicken and crisp vegetables, all cooked in one pan with a savory sauce. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breasts, soy sauce, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb chicken breasts (cubed), 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey. Toss to coat and marinate 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 medium bell pepper, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 small onion, 2 cloves garlic, and 1 tsp grated ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender. Return chicken to skillet, add 1/4 cup water, and stir until sauce thickens and coats everything.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Auction-Style One-Pan Chicken Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Auction-Style One-Pan Chicken Stir-Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Auction-Style One-Pan Chicken Stir-Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Auction-Style One-Pan Chicken Stir-Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Auction-Style One-Pan Chicken Stir-Fry?

American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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