Half-Portion Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry

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A balanced meal with half the chicken and half the vegetables, stir-fried to perfection with a savory soy-ginger glaze. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 45 minutes pairs chicken breast, head broccoli, medium bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.

★ 3.0 (12 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut chicken into 1/2-inch cubes and broccoli into small florets; slice bell peppers into strips.
  2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes until browned.
  3. Step 3: Add broccoli and bell peppers; stir-fry for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Mix soy sauce, ginger, and 1/4 cup water in a bowl. Pour over the dish and stir until sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Half-Portion Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Half-Portion Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry?

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 breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Portion Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry?

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 Half-Portion Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry 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 Half-Portion Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry?

Asian asian 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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