Layered Stir-Fry Chicken with Garlic and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

A quick stir-fry featuring tender chicken breast layered with vibrant bell peppers and aromatic garlic, finished with a savory soy glaze. This Asian-inspired Super Bowl recipe (high protein), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breast, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper 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, thinly sliced chicken breast
• 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into strips yellow bell pepper
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp water
• 2 stalks, chopped green onions
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast seasoned with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through, then transfer chicken to a plate.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add 1 medium sliced red bell pepper and 1 medium sliced yellow bell pepper, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 3 tbsp water, and 1 tsp cornstarch until smooth. Return the chicken to the skillet, pour in the soy mixture, and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and peppers.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat, drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil over the dish, and sprinkle 2 chopped green onions on top before serving.