Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles
A quick, colorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken and fresh vegetables tossed in a light sauce over rice noodles. This asian-inspired kid friendly ready in about 30 minutes pairs (225 g), thinly sliced Chicken breast, (225 g), dry Rice noodles, (200 g) Broccoli florets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb (225 g), thinly sliced Chicken breast
- 8 oz (225 g), dry Rice noodles
- 2 cups (200 g) Broccoli florets
- 1 cup (100 g), julienned Carrots
- 1/2 cup (75 g), thinly sliced Bell pepper
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon, minced Ginger
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 2 tablespoons, sliced Green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook rice noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add sliced chicken and stir-fry 4-5 minutes until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add minced garlic and minced ginger to skillet. Stir-fry 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper. Stir-fry 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return chicken to skillet. Add 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1/4 cup water. Stir to combine and bring to simmer.
- Step 6: Add drained rice noodles and toss until evenly coated and heated through (2-3 minutes).
- Step 7: Serve hot, garnished with 2 tablespoons sliced green onions.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles?
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 (225 g), dry rice noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles?
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 Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles 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 Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles?
Asian kid friendly 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.