Ginger-Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

Quick stir-fry with tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a savory ginger-sesame sauce. This asian-inspired one pot (whole30) ready in about 25 minutes pairs coconut aminos, sesame oil, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb sliced into 1/4-inch thick strips chicken breast
• 2 tbsp coconut aminos
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 minced garlic
• 2 cups florets broccoli
• 1 medium julienned carrots
• 1/2 diced bell pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 1 minute).
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb sliced chicken breast strips and cook 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
3. Step 3: Add 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 cups broccoli florets to the pan, stir-frying for 2 minutes until broccoli begins to soften.
4. Step 4: Add 1/2 diced bell pepper and 1 medium julienned carrot, cook 2 more minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
5. Step 5: Return chicken to pan, add 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp sesame seeds. Toss constantly for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats everything.