Midland Sunset Chicken Stir-Fry
A vibrant stir-fry featuring tender chicken and crisp vegetables in a honey-sriracha glaze, inspired by Midland's local farm-fresh produce. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 35 minutes pairs thinly sliced boneless chicken breast, broccoli florets, medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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
- 12 oz, thinly sliced boneless chicken breast
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 1 cup, julienned carrots
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp cornstarch until smooth; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz sliced chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through; remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the skillet; stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 2 cups broccoli, 1 cup julienned carrots, and 1 sliced red bell pepper; cook for 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return chicken to skillet and pour in the sauce mixture; toss constantly for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats all ingredients evenly.
- Step 5: Serve immediately over 4 cups cooked white rice, drizzling any remaining sauce from the pan over the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Midland Sunset Chicken Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 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 Midland Sunset Chicken 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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Midland Sunset Chicken 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 Midland Sunset Chicken 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 Midland Sunset Chicken Stir-Fry?
Asian one pot 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
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
