Garlic-Soy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snow Peas

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Tender chicken strips and crisp snow peas coated in a savory garlic-soy glaze, finished with fresh herbs. This chinese-inspired asian (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, 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 2 Chinese cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 12 oz chicken strips, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, and 1 tsp cornstarch in a bowl. Toss to coat and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the marinated chicken strips and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and 1 sliced red bell pepper to the skillet, stir-frying for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/2 tsp cornstarch in a small bowl. Pour into the skillet with 1/4 cup water, bringing to a simmer for 1 minute until sauce thickens.
  6. Step 6: Return chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat. Cook for 1 more minute, then serve over 1 cup cooked white rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic-Soy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snow Peas 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 Garlic-Soy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snow Peas?

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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Soy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snow Peas?

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 Garlic-Soy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snow Peas for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

Is Garlic-Soy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snow Peas gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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