Ginger-Lime Chicken Stir Fry with Snow Peas
Bright and quick stir fry featuring tender chicken breast pieces tossed with crisp snow peas and a tangy ginger-lime sauce. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry (gluten free option) ready in about 27 minutes pairs trimmed snow peas, finely grated fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 lb (450g), thinly sliced into strips chicken breast
- 2 cups, trimmed snow peas
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2, sliced diagonally green onions
- 1 tsp, toasted for garnish sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to create the stir-fry sauce.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, stir-frying for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Step 3: Add 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breast strips to the wok and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Step 4: Toss in 2 cups trimmed snow peas and 2 sliced green onions, continuing to stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until snow peas are crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds before serving with steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ginger-Lime Chicken Stir Fry with Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Ginger-Lime 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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Lime 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 Ginger-Lime Chicken Stir Fry with Snow Peas 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.
Is Ginger-Lime Chicken Stir Fry with Snow Peas gluten free option?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
