Chicken Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos and Bell Peppers
Tender chicken breast strips stir-fried with colorful bell peppers and a savory coconut aminos glaze, ready in 15 minutes. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced chicken breast, coconut aminos, julienned carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 16 oz, thinly sliced chicken breast
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 (12 oz total), thinly sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup, julienned carrots
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced ginger
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add chicken breast strips and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Stir in minced garlic, minced ginger, and bell peppers, then cook for 3 minutes until peppers are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Add coconut aminos and cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables evenly.
- Step 5: Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chicken Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos and Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos and Bell Peppers?
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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chicken Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos and Bell Peppers?
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 Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos and Bell Peppers 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 Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos and Bell Peppers?
Asian chicken 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
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.