Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers

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A vibrant stir fry featuring tender chicken breast glazed in a sweet and zesty honey-ginger sauce with crisp bell peppers and snap peas. This asian-inspired stir fry (gluten-free option) ready in about 30 minutes pairs thinly sliced chicken breast, medium, julienned red bell pepper, medium, julienned yellow bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through, stirring frequently.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the skillet, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant without browning the garlic.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup snap peas, 1 medium red bell pepper julienned, and 1 medium yellow bell pepper julienned; cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Pour this sauce over the chicken and vegetables, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the ingredients.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?

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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?

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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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.

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