Copilot Chicken Stir-Fry with Crisp Vegetables

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A lightning-fast stir-fry with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a tangy-savory sauce ready in 20 minutes. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs chicken breasts, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

★ 3.9 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 1 lb chicken breasts into 1/2-inch strips. In a bowl, mix chicken with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp cornstarch. Marinate 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add bell peppers, broccoli, and julienned carrots. Stir-fry 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, cooking 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, and toss until sauce thickens and coats ingredients evenly (about 2 minutes).

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Copilot Chicken Stir-Fry with Crisp Vegetables 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 Copilot Chicken Stir-Fry with Crisp Vegetables?

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 Copilot Chicken Stir-Fry with Crisp Vegetables?

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 Copilot Chicken Stir-Fry with Crisp Vegetables 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 Copilot Chicken Stir-Fry with Crisp Vegetables?

Asian 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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