Maple-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Snap Peas
Tender chicken strips stir-fried in a sweet maple-ginger sauce with crisp broccoli and snap peas, served over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs chicken breasts, soy sauce, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tbsp cornstarch to create the sauce; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat; add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast strips and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through; remove chicken and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup snap peas to the skillet; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return cooked chicken to skillet, pour reserved sauce over top, and toss to coat; cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats ingredients.
- Step 5: Serve immediately over 2 cups cooked white rice, garnished with 1 tbsp sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Snap Peas 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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Snap 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 chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Snap 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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Snap 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.
What goes well with Maple-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Snap Peas?
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.
What others are saying
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Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
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Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
